Barkachhar - Shahpura, Jabalpur
Barkachhar is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Imeliya-7 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkachhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkachhar is 489623. The village covers a total geographical area of 648 hectares and falls under the 482003 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Barkachhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkachhar
According to the 2011 Census, Barkachhar village had a total population of 427 people, including 217 males and 210 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.11%, with male literacy at 76.96% and female literacy at 69.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 338.
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 | 427 | 217 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 338 | 173 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 147 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 70 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Barkachhar
Barkachhar 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 Barkachhar
Public transport in the Barkachhar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Shahpura to Barkachhar is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Barkachhar 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 Barkachhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkachhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barkachhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkachhar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Barkachhar
Where is Barkachhar located?
Barkachhar village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkachhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkachhar is Imeliya-7.
What is the pincode of Barkachhar?
The pincode of Barkachhar is 482003.
What is the population of Barkachhar?
Barkachhar had a total population of 427, including 217 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Barkachhar?
Barkachhar had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkachhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkachhar was 73.11%. Male literacy was 76.96% and female literacy was 69.27%.