Berkhedi - Maksoodangarh, Guna
Berkhedi is a village situated in the Maksoodangarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maksudangarh and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Balrampura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Berkhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Berkhedi is 499354. The village covers a total geographical area of 493 hectares and falls under the 473287 pincode. Raghogarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Berkhedi 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 Berkhedi
According to the 2011 Census, Berkhedi village had a total population of 744 people, including 368 males and 376 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.17%, with male literacy at 46.08% and female literacy at 40.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 743.
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 | 744 | 368 | 376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 75 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 743 | 367 | 376 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 135 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 233 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Berkhedi
Berkhedi 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 Berkhedi
Berkhedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Raghogarh to Berkhedi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Berkhedi is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Berkhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Berkhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Berkhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Berkhedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Berkhedi
Where is Berkhedi located?
Berkhedi village is located in Maksoodangarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Berkhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Berkhedi is Balrampura.
What is the pincode of Berkhedi?
The pincode of Berkhedi is 473287.
What is the population of Berkhedi?
Berkhedi had a total population of 744, including 368 males and 376 females.
How many households are there in Berkhedi?
Berkhedi had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Berkhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Berkhedi was 43.17%. Male literacy was 46.08% and female literacy was 40.27%.