Barkuri - Manbazar - I, Purulia
Barkuri is a village situated in the Manbazar - I subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 1.8 km from Manbazar and around 54.1 km from Purulia. Bisri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkuri is 332167. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.3 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode. Purulia is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Barkuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barkuri
According to the 2011 Census, Barkuri village had a total population of 524 people, including 278 males and 246 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.42%, with male literacy at 88.76% and female literacy at 75.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 524 | 278 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 221 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 57 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Barkuri
Barkuri is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Barkuri
Barkuri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purulia to Barkuri is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Barkuri is about 54.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barkuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barkuri
Where is Barkuri located?
Barkuri village is located in Manbazar - I Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkuri is Bisri.
What is the pincode of Barkuri?
The pincode of Barkuri is 723131.
What is the population of Barkuri?
Barkuri had a total population of 524, including 278 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Barkuri?
Barkuri had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkuri was 82.42%. Male literacy was 88.76% and female literacy was 75.34%.