Barkheda
Barkheda is a village located in Kumbhraj tehsil of Guna district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Kumbhraj (tehsildar office) and 7km away from district headquarter Guna. As per 2009 stats, Barkhedakalan is the gram panchayat of Barkheda village.
Barkheda has its own place in the vibrant Guna region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Barkheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkheda is 499643. The village spans a total geographical area of 517.64 hectares. Kumbhraj is nearest town to Barkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Barkheda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barkheda
Population of Barkheda
Below is a concise population overview of Barkheda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 663 | 339 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 46 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 50 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 189 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 150 | 203 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barkheda village:
- The total population of Barkheda village is around 663, including approximately 339 males and 324 females, with a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 103 children aged 0–6 years in Barkheda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barkheda village has 106 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 35 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barkheda village is about 46.76%, with male literacy at 55.75% and female literacy at 37.35%.
- There are around 108 households in Barkheda village.
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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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 Kumbhraj Tehsil, within the Guna district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barkheda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barkheda is Barkhedakalan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Barkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkheda is 663, with 339 males and 324 females.
- How many households are there in Barkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barkheda village has a total of 108 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkheda is 46.76%. The male literacy rate is 55.75%, while the female literacy rate is 37.35%.