Barkhera - Damoh
Barkhera is a village situated in the Damoh tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from Damoh, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Kaniyaghatpati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkhera is 462370. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.87 hectares and falls under the 470661 pincode. Damoh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Barkhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Damoh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Barkhera
As per Census 2011, Barkhera village has a total population of 112 people, consisting of 63 males and 49 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 777 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 76 literate and 36 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkhera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 112 | 63 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 49 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 14 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Barkhera
Barkhera 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 Barkhera
Barkhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Damoh to Barkhera is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkhera 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barkhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barkhera
Where is Barkhera located?
Barkhera village is located in Damoh Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkhera is Kaniyaghatpati.
What is the pincode of Barkhera?
The pincode of Barkhera is 470661.
What is the population of Barkhera?
Barkhera has a total population of 112, including 63 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Barkhera?
There are 33 households in Barkhera.
What is the literacy rate in Barkhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkhera is 67.86%. Male literacy is 77.78% and female literacy is 55.10%.