Barkol

Barkol is a village located in Maldah Old subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 49.8km away from sub-district headquarter Narayanpur (tehsildar office) and 19.1km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Mahisbathani is the gram panchayat of Barkol village.

Barkol has its own place in the vibrant Maldah region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Barkol

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkol is 313217. The village spans a total geographical area of 346.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732128. Old Malda is nearest town to Barkol village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Barkol

Below is a concise population overview of Barkol as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,901 1,881 2,020
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 668 318 350
Scheduled Castes (SC) 219 109 110
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,834 906 928
Illiterate Population 2,067 975 1,092

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barkol village:

  • The total population of Barkol village is around 3,901, including approximately 1,881 males and 2,020 females, with a sex ratio of 1073 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 668 children aged 0–6 years in Barkol village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barkol village has 219 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Barkol village is about 47.01%, with male literacy at 48.17% and female literacy at 45.94%.
  • There are around 765 households in Barkol village.

Connectivity of Barkol

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkol. As per the 2011 stats, Barkol had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Barkol

Knowing the nearby villages of Barkol helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barkol.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Barkol

Where is Barkol located?
Barkol village is situated in Maldah Old Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkol?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkol is Mahisbathani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barkol?
The pincode of Barkol is 732128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barkol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkol is 3,901, with 1,881 males and 2,020 females.
How many households are there in Barkol as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barkol village has a total of 765 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkol as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkol is 47.01%. The male literacy rate is 48.17%, while the female literacy rate is 45.94%.