Barkhua - Raghogarh, Guna
Barkhua is a village situated in the Raghogarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raghogarh and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Barkhedi Dang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkhua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkhua is 499329. The village covers a total geographical area of 536 hectares and falls under the 473226 pincode. Raghogarh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Barkhua 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 Barkhua
According to the 2011 Census, Barkhua village had a total population of 235 people, including 122 males and 113 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.49%, with male literacy at 34.41% and female literacy at 28.41%.
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 | 235 | 122 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 90 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Barkhua
Barkhua 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 Barkhua
Barkhua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 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 Barkhua is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Barkhua is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkhua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkhua 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 Barkhua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkhua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barkhua
Where is Barkhua located?
Barkhua village is located in Raghogarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barkhua?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkhua is Barkhedi Dang.
What is the pincode of Barkhua?
The pincode of Barkhua is 473226.
What is the population of Barkhua?
Barkhua had a total population of 235, including 122 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Barkhua?
Barkhua had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkhua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkhua was 31.49%. Male literacy was 34.41% and female literacy was 28.41%.