Barkalu
Barkalu is a village located in Tamluk subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.6km away from Tamluk, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Barkalu village. As per 2009 stats, Bishnubar Ii is the gram panchayat of Barkalu village.
Barkalu has its own place in the vibrant Purba Medinipur 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 Barkalu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkalu is 344518. The village spans a total geographical area of 59.49 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721627. Tamluk is nearest town to Barkalu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
As per 2019 stats, Barkalu village comes under Tamluk assembly & parliamentary constituency.
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Population of Barkalu
Below is a concise population overview of Barkalu as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,049 | 524 | 525 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 44 | 66 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 894 | 473 | 421 |
Illiterate Population | 155 | 51 | 104 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barkalu village:
- The total population of Barkalu village is around 1,049, including approximately 524 males and 525 females, with a sex ratio of 1001 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 110 children aged 0–6 years in Barkalu village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barkalu village has 9 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Barkalu village is about 85.22%, with male literacy at 90.27% and female literacy at 80.19%.
- There are around 243 households in Barkalu village.
Connectivity of Barkalu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkalu. As per the 2011 stats, Barkalu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barkalu
Knowing the nearby villages of Barkalu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barkalu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barkalu
- Where is Barkalu located?
- Barkalu village is situated in Tamluk Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barkalu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barkalu is Bishnubar Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barkalu?
- The pincode of Barkalu is 721627, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barkalu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkalu is 1,049, with 524 males and 525 females.
- How many households are there in Barkalu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barkalu village has a total of 243 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barkalu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkalu is 85.22%. The male literacy rate is 90.27%, while the female literacy rate is 80.19%.