Barkhedi - Maksoodangarh, Guna
Barkhedi is a village situated in the Maksoodangarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maksudangarh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Vanjala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkhedi is 499423. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 473287 pincode. Raghogarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Barkhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkhedi
According to the 2011 Census, Barkhedi village had a total population of 160 people, including 74 males and 86 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 1,162 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 3.01%, with male literacy at 4.69% and female literacy at 1.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 160 | 74 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 10 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 71 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Barkhedi
Barkhedi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Barkhedi
Barkhedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghogarh to Barkhedi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Barkhedi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barkhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkhedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barkhedi
Where is Barkhedi located?
Barkhedi village is located in Maksoodangarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barkhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkhedi is Vanjala.
What is the pincode of Barkhedi?
The pincode of Barkhedi is 473287.
What is the population of Barkhedi?
Barkhedi had a total population of 160, including 74 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Barkhedi?
Barkhedi had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkhedi was 3.01%. Male literacy was 4.69% and female literacy was 1.45%.