Barchhakhurd - Khategaon, Dewas
Barchhakhurd is a village situated in the Khategaon tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khategaon and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Saaktya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barchhakhurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barchhakhurd is 474316. The village covers a total geographical area of 303.91 hectares and falls under the 455336 pincode. Khategaon is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Barchhakhurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barchhakhurd
As per Census 2011, Barchhakhurd village has a total population of 751 people, consisting of 398 males and 353 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 448 literate and 303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 130 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barchhakhurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 751 | 398 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 52 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 75 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 448 | 267 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 131 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Barchhakhurd
Barchhakhurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sakatya | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Bhilkhedi | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Agarda | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Barchhabuzurg | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Amkhedi | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Sawasada | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Bagada | South | 3.72 km |
| Khudgaon | South-West | 3.87 km |
| Padyadeh | North-West | 4.40 km |
| Bhatasa | North-West | 4.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barchhakhurd
Barchhakhurd is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Harda, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.9 km.
| 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 Khategaon to Barchhakhurd is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Barchhakhurd is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barchhakhurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barchhakhurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barchhakhurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barchhakhurd 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 Barchhakhurd
Where is Barchhakhurd located?
Barchhakhurd village is located in Khategaon Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barchhakhurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Barchhakhurd is Saaktya.
What is the pincode of Barchhakhurd?
The pincode of Barchhakhurd is 455336.
What is the population of Barchhakhurd?
Barchhakhurd has a total population of 751, including 398 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Barchhakhurd?
There are 158 households in Barchhakhurd.
What is the literacy rate in Barchhakhurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barchhakhurd is 59.65%. Male literacy is 67.09% and female literacy is 51.27%.