Barakhula

Barakhula is a village located in Bundwan subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 20.1km away from sub-district headquarter Bandwan (tehsildar office) and 74.4km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Dhadka is the gram panchayat of Barakhula village.

Barakhula has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Barakhula

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barakhula is 332464. The village spans a total geographical area of 224.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723129. Jamshedpur is nearest town to Barakhula village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 68km away.

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Population of Barakhula

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 232 115 117
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 27 14 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 231 115 116
Literate Population 118 61 57
Illiterate Population 114 54 60

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

  • The total population of Barakhula village is around 232, including approximately 115 males and 117 females, with a sex ratio of 1017 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 27 children aged 0–6 years in Barakhula village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barakhula village has 231 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Barakhula village is about 50.86%, with male literacy at 53.04% and female literacy at 48.72%.
  • There are around 54 households in Barakhula village.

Connectivity of Barakhula

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

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

Nearby Villages of Barakhula

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

Rasiknagar Dulukdih Samil Kendapara Kantagora Madhuban Ghoratika Punsa Karru Burijhor Satara Chanora Rajgram

Frequently Asked Questions about Barakhula

Where is Barakhula located?
Barakhula village is situated in Bundwan Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barakhula?
The Gram Panchayat of Barakhula is Dhadka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barakhula?
The pincode of Barakhula is 723129, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barakhula as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barakhula is 232, with 115 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Barakhula as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barakhula village has a total of 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barakhula as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barakhula is 50.86%. The male literacy rate is 53.04%, while the female literacy rate is 48.72%.