Barkhedasoma - Bagli, Dewas
Barkhedasoma is a village situated in the Bagli tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagli and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Barkhedasoma village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkhedasoma is 473895. The village covers a total geographical area of 1003.24 hectares and falls under the 455221 pincode. Hatpiplya is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Barkhedasoma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkhedasoma
According to the 2011 Census, Barkhedasoma village had a total population of 2,657 people, including 1,377 males and 1,280 females, living in 640 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.09%, with male literacy at 85.20% and female literacy at 51.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 815, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 95.
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 | 2,657 | 1,377 | 1,280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 188 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 815 | 427 | 388 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 1,589 | 1,013 | 576 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,068 | 364 | 704 |
Nearby Villages of Barkhedasoma
Barkhedasoma 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Semli Raisen | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Dehariya Sahu | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Kabli | West | 3.42 km |
| Sadipura | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Jhikadakheda | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Rehli | East | 4.37 km |
| Kulawad | North | 4.93 km |
| Chansiya | East | 5.03 km |
| Barodi | West | 5.37 km |
| Tissi | South-East | 5.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkhedasoma
Barkhedasoma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dewas, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hatpiplya to Barkhedasoma is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Barkhedasoma is about 50 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 Barkhedasoma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkhedasoma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barkhedasoma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkhedasoma 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barkhedasoma
Where is Barkhedasoma located?
Barkhedasoma village is located in Bagli Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkhedasoma?
Barkhedasoma is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barkhedasoma?
The pincode of Barkhedasoma is 455221.
What is the population of Barkhedasoma?
Barkhedasoma had a total population of 2,657, including 1,377 males and 1,280 females.
How many households are there in Barkhedasoma?
Barkhedasoma had 640 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkhedasoma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkhedasoma was 69.09%. Male literacy was 85.20% and female literacy was 51.85%.