Barakhanti - Islampur, Uttar Dinajpur
Barakhanti is a village situated in the Islampur subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Islampur and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Raiganj. Agdimti-khanti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barakhanti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barakhanti is 308983. The village covers a total geographical area of 1219.31 hectares and falls under the 733202 pincode. Islampur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Barakhanti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raiganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barakhanti
As per Census 2011, Barakhanti village has a total population of 9,617 people, consisting of 4,966 males and 4,651 females. The village has 1,880 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,877 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,747 literate and 5,870 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 104 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barakhanti are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Barakhanti
Barakhanti is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhargaon | North-West | 2.05 km |
| Dakshin Kadamgachhi | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Pothia | North | 3.10 km |
| Girnabari | West | 3.57 km |
| Nandoi | North-East | 3.77 km |
| Agdimti | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Bhangamali | North | 4.22 km |
| Chhota Khanti | West | 4.34 km |
| Paschim Gomadighi | North | 4.74 km |
| Bhojpur | West | 4.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barakhanti
Public transport in the Barakhanti is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Aluabari Road, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Islampur to Barakhanti is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raiganj to Barakhanti is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barakhanti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barakhanti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barakhanti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barakhanti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barakhanti
Where is Barakhanti located?
Barakhanti village is located in Islampur Subdivision, Uttar Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barakhanti?
The Gram Panchayat of Barakhanti is Agdimti-khanti.
What is the pincode of Barakhanti?
The pincode of Barakhanti is 733202.
What is the population of Barakhanti?
Barakhanti has a total population of 9,617, including 4,966 males and 4,651 females.
How many households are there in Barakhanti?
There are 1,880 households in Barakhanti.
What is the literacy rate in Barakhanti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barakhanti is 38.96%. Male literacy is 46.23% and female literacy is 31.20%.