Barakhanti
Barakhanti is a village located in Islampur subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.3km away from sub-district headquarter Islampur (tehsildar office) and 96km away from district headquarter Raiganj. As per 2009 stats, Agdimti Khanti is the gram panchayat of Barakhanti village.
Barakhanti has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur 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 Barakhanti
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barakhanti is 308983. The village spans a total geographical area of 1219.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733202. Islampur is nearest town to Barakhanti village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Barakhanti village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barakhanti
Population of Barakhanti
Below is a concise population overview of Barakhanti as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,617 | 4,966 | 4,651 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,877 | 967 | 910 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,187 | 632 | 555 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 58 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 3,747 | 2,296 | 1,451 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,870 | 2,670 | 3,200 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barakhanti village:
- The total population of Barakhanti village is around 9,617, including approximately 4,966 males and 4,651 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,877 children aged 0–6 years in Barakhanti village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barakhanti village has 1,187 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 104 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barakhanti village is about 38.96%, with male literacy at 46.23% and female literacy at 31.20%.
- There are around 1,880 households in Barakhanti village.
Connectivity of Barakhanti
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barakhanti. As per the 2011 stats, Barakhanti 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barakhanti
Knowing the nearby villages of Barakhanti helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barakhanti.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barakhanti
- Where is Barakhanti located?
- Barakhanti village is situated in Islampur Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barakhanti?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barakhanti is Agdimti Khanti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Barakhanti?
- The pincode of Barakhanti is 733202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Barakhanti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barakhanti is 9,617, with 4,966 males and 4,651 females.
- How many households are there in Barakhanti as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barakhanti village has a total of 1,880 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barakhanti as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barakhanti is 38.96%. The male literacy rate is 46.23%, while the female literacy rate is 31.20%.