Barkadam

Barkadam is a village located in Manbazar Ii subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 23.5km away from sub-district headquarter Manbazar (tehsildar office) and 68.7km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Ankrobarakadam is the gram panchayat of Barkadam village.

Barkadam 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 Barkadam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkadam is 332267. The village spans a total geographical area of 302.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723131. Purulia is nearest town to Barkadam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 72km away.

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Population of Barkadam

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,059 544 515
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 117 61 56
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 769 391 378
Literate Population 590 367 223
Illiterate Population 469 177 292

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

  • The total population of Barkadam village is around 1,059, including approximately 544 males and 515 females, with a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 117 children aged 0–6 years in Barkadam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Barkadam village has 769 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Barkadam village is about 55.71%, with male literacy at 67.46% and female literacy at 43.30%.
  • There are around 222 households in Barkadam village.

Connectivity of Barkadam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkadam. As per the 2011 stats, Barkadam 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Barkadam

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Barkadam

Where is Barkadam located?
Barkadam village is situated in Manbazar Ii Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkadam?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkadam is Ankrobarakadam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barkadam?
The pincode of Barkadam is 723131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barkadam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkadam is 1,059, with 544 males and 515 females.
How many households are there in Barkadam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barkadam village has a total of 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkadam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkadam is 55.71%. The male literacy rate is 67.46%, while the female literacy rate is 43.30%.