Barkheda Khurd - Berasia, Bhopal
Barkheda Khurd is a village situated in the Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berasia and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhopal. Karhaiya Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkheda Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkheda Khurd is 482059. The village covers a total geographical area of 420.58 hectares and falls under the 462120 pincode. Berasia is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Barkheda Khurd 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 Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Barkheda Khurd village had a total population of 609 people, including 322 males and 287 females, living in 148 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.30%, with male literacy at 59.46% and female literacy at 40.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 241.
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 | 609 | 322 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 63 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 122 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 154 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 168 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Barkheda Khurd
Barkheda Khurd 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 Khurd
Barkheda Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Khurd is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhopal to Barkheda Khurd is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkheda Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkheda Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barkheda Khurd
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 Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Barkheda Khurd
Where is Barkheda Khurd located?
Barkheda Khurd village is located in Berasia Tehsil, Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barkheda Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkheda Khurd is Karhaiya Kalan.
What is the pincode of Barkheda Khurd?
The pincode of Barkheda Khurd is 462120.
What is the population of Barkheda Khurd?
Barkheda Khurd had a total population of 609, including 322 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Barkheda Khurd?
Barkheda Khurd had 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkheda Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkheda Khurd was 50.30%. Male literacy was 59.46% and female literacy was 40.17%.