Barkhera Bais - Patera, Damoh
Barkhera Bais is a village situated in the Patera tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patera and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Barkhrabash serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkhera Bais village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkhera Bais is 461857. The village covers a total geographical area of 578 hectares and falls under the 470772 pincode. Hatta is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Barkhera Bais village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barkhera Bais
As per Census 2011, Barkhera Bais village has a total population of 1,810 people, consisting of 966 males and 844 females. The village has 481 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 284 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,045 literate and 765 illiterate residents. Additionally, 322 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkhera Bais are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,810 | 966 | 844 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 284 | 158 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 322 | 169 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,045 | 655 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 765 | 311 | 454 |
Nearby Villages of Barkhera Bais
Barkhera Bais 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gata | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Bichhuwa Shikarpura | South | 1.80 km |
| Khamariya Patera | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Mahuna | South | 2.84 km |
| Kodiya | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Bagha | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Bamuniya Patera | East | 3.35 km |
| Nandia | South | 3.54 km |
| Chaupra Patera | South-East | 3.81 km |
| Kudai | South-West | 4.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkhera Bais
Barkhera Bais is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bandakpur, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hatta to Barkhera Bais is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Barkhera Bais is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkhera Bais
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkhera Bais village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barkhera Bais
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 Bais 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 Barkhera Bais
Where is Barkhera Bais located?
Barkhera Bais village is located in Patera Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkhera Bais?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkhera Bais is Barkhrabash.
What is the pincode of Barkhera Bais?
The pincode of Barkhera Bais is 470772.
What is the population of Barkhera Bais?
Barkhera Bais has a total population of 1,810, including 966 males and 844 females.
How many households are there in Barkhera Bais?
There are 481 households in Barkhera Bais.
What is the literacy rate in Barkhera Bais?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkhera Bais is 57.73%. Male literacy is 67.81% and female literacy is 46.21%.