Barkheda Kalan - Berasia, Bhopal
Barkheda Kalan is a village situated in the Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berasia and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bhopal. Amarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkheda Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkheda Kalan is 482075. The village covers a total geographical area of 345.09 hectares and falls under the 462120 pincode. Berasia is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Barkheda Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Berasia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhopal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkheda Kalan
As per Census 2011, Barkheda Kalan village has a total population of 786 people, consisting of 375 males and 411 females. The village has 155 households and a sex ratio of 1,096 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 408 literate and 378 illiterate residents. Additionally, 147 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkheda Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 786 | 375 | 411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 57 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 71 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 238 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 137 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Barkheda Kalan
Barkheda Kalan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Barkheda Kalan
Barkheda Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Berasia to Barkheda Kalan is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhopal to Barkheda Kalan is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkheda Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkheda Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barkheda Kalan
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 Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barkheda Kalan
Where is Barkheda Kalan located?
Barkheda Kalan village is located in Berasia Tehsil, Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkheda Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkheda Kalan is Amarpur.
What is the pincode of Barkheda Kalan?
The pincode of Barkheda Kalan is 462120.
What is the population of Barkheda Kalan?
Barkheda Kalan has a total population of 786, including 375 males and 411 females.
How many households are there in Barkheda Kalan?
There are 155 households in Barkheda Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Barkheda Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkheda Kalan is 51.91%. Male literacy is 63.47% and female literacy is 41.36%.