Barkheda
Barkheda is a village located in Kukshi tehsil of Dhar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Kukshi (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Dhar. As per 2009 stats, Barkheda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Barkheda unique in its vibrant Kukshi-Dhar region. You’ll see Barkheda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Barkheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkheda is 475415. The village spans a total geographical area of 316.41 hectares. Kukshi is nearest town to Barkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Barkheda
Population of Barkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Barkheda has a total population of about 880, with approximately 459 males and 421 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 155 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 804. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.18%, with male literacy at about 41.39% and female literacy near 34.68%. There are around 136 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barkheda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 880 | 459 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 94 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 804 | 416 | 388 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 190 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 269 | 275 |
Connectivity of Barkheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkheda. As per the 2011 stats, Barkheda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barkheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Barkheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barkheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barkheda
- Where is Barkheda located?
- Barkheda village is situated in Kukshi Tehsil, within the Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barkheda?
- Barkheda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Barkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkheda is 880, with 459 males and 421 females.
- How many households are there in Barkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barkheda village has a total of 136 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkheda is 38.18%. The male literacy rate is 41.39%, while the female literacy rate is 34.68%.