Barkulya
Barkulya is a village located in Sabang subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Sabang are the district & sub-district headquarters of Barkulya village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Bural is the gram panchayat of Barkulya village.
Here you can discover what makes Barkulya unique in its vibrant Sabang-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Barkulya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Barkulya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkulya is 342815. The village spans a total geographical area of 44.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721155. Balichak is nearest town to Barkulya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Barkulya
Population of Barkulya
According to the 2011 Census, Barkulya has a total population of about 469, with approximately 234 males and 235 females. The sex ratio is around 1004 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 58 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 49 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 82.73%, with male literacy at about 86.32% and female literacy near 79.15%. There are around 114 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barkulya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 469 | 234 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 388 | 202 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 32 | 49 |
Connectivity of Barkulya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkulya. As per the 2011 stats, Barkulya 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barkulya
Knowing the nearby villages of Barkulya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barkulya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barkulya
- Where is Barkulya located?
- Barkulya village is situated in Sabang Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barkulya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barkulya is Bural (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barkulya?
- The pincode of Barkulya is 721155, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barkulya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkulya is 469, with 234 males and 235 females.
- How many households are there in Barkulya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barkulya village has a total of 114 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barkulya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkulya is 82.73%. The male literacy rate is 86.32%, while the female literacy rate is 79.15%.