Barkheda - Tonk Khurd, Dewas
Barkheda is a village situated in the Tonk Khurd tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tonk Khurd and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Barkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkheda is 473274. The village covers a total geographical area of 1121.06 hectares and falls under the 455001 pincode. Tonk Khurd is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Barkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonkatch Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkheda
As per Census 2011, Barkheda village has a total population of 2,831 people, consisting of 1,442 males and 1,389 females. The village has 528 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 325 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,918 literate and 913 illiterate residents. Additionally, 467 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,831 | 1,442 | 1,389 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 165 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 467 | 241 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,918 | 1,151 | 767 |
| Illiterate Population | 913 | 291 | 622 |
Nearby Villages of Barkheda
Barkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipalyasadak | East | 2.79 km |
| Belari | North | 3.16 km |
| Nanukhedi | West | 3.16 km |
| Jawasiyakumar | North-West | 3.34 km |
| Chidawad | South | 3.52 km |
| Ratankhedi | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Padlya | East | 4.02 km |
| Bhatoni | East | 4.22 km |
| Bordadhakad | North | 4.34 km |
| Aserkaytha | North-West | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkheda
Barkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ranyal Jasmiya, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tonk Khurd to Barkheda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Barkheda is about 27 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 Barkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkheda 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 Barkheda
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 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barkheda
Where is Barkheda located?
Barkheda village is located in Tonk Khurd Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkheda?
Barkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barkheda?
The pincode of Barkheda is 455001.
What is the population of Barkheda?
Barkheda has a total population of 2,831, including 1,442 males and 1,389 females.
How many households are there in Barkheda?
There are 528 households in Barkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Barkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkheda is 67.75%. Male literacy is 79.82% and female literacy is 55.22%.