Barkheda - Raghogarh, Guna
Barkheda is a village situated in the Raghogarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raghogarh and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Pipalkhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkheda is 499307. The village covers a total geographical area of 569 hectares and falls under the 473110 pincode. Raghogarh is the nearest town, located about 30 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 Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkheda
As per Census 2011, Barkheda village has a total population of 1,101 people, consisting of 582 males and 519 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 441 literate and 660 illiterate residents. Additionally, 322 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 251 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,101 | 582 | 519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 109 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 322 | 166 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 251 | 129 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 441 | 285 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 660 | 297 | 363 |
Nearby Villages of Barkheda
Barkheda 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 Barkheda
Barkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghogarh to Barkheda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Barkheda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barkheda
Where is Barkheda located?
Barkheda village is located in Raghogarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkheda is Pipalkhedi.
What is the pincode of Barkheda?
The pincode of Barkheda is 473110.
What is the population of Barkheda?
Barkheda has a total population of 1,101, including 582 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Barkheda?
There are 217 households in Barkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Barkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkheda is 40.05%. Male literacy is 48.97% and female literacy is 30.06%.