Barkheda Dang - Mungaoli, Ashoknagar
Barkheda Dang is a village situated in the Mungaoli tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mungaoli and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Beed Sarkar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkheda Dang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkheda Dang is 500697. The village covers a total geographical area of 1446 hectares and falls under the 473443 pincode. Mungaoli is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Barkheda Dang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barkheda Dang
According to the 2011 Census, Barkheda Dang village had a total population of 1,491 people, including 767 males and 724 females, living in 326 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.45%, with male literacy at 65.85% and female literacy at 34.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,273.
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 | 1,491 | 767 | 724 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 381 | 196 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,273 | 656 | 617 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 376 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 931 | 391 | 540 |
Nearby Villages of Barkheda Dang
Barkheda Dang 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tarai | North | 2.41 km |
| Bidsarkar | East | 3.12 km |
| Chhitari | North | 3.17 km |
| Tila | South | 3.67 km |
| Gopipur | West | 3.75 km |
| Bandhi | South-West | 4.01 km |
| Banskhedi | North-West | 4.03 km |
| Sardarpur | East | 4.12 km |
| Nadan Khedi | South | 4.23 km |
| Ram Khiriya | North | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkheda Dang
Barkheda Dang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Guneru Bamori, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 118.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mungaoli to Barkheda Dang is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Barkheda Dang is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkheda Dang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkheda Dang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barkheda Dang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkheda Dang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Barkheda Dang
Where is Barkheda Dang located?
Barkheda Dang village is located in Mungaoli Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barkheda Dang?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkheda Dang is Beed Sarkar.
What is the pincode of Barkheda Dang?
The pincode of Barkheda Dang is 473443.
What is the population of Barkheda Dang?
Barkheda Dang had a total population of 1,491, including 767 males and 724 females.
How many households are there in Barkheda Dang?
Barkheda Dang had 326 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkheda Dang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkheda Dang was 50.45%. Male literacy was 65.85% and female literacy was 34.14%.