Barchheka
Barchheka is a village located in Badwara tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Badwara (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Katni. As per 2009 stats, Barchheka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Barchheka unique in its vibrant Badwara-Katni region. You’ll see Barchheka’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Barchheka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barchheka is 488438. The village spans a total geographical area of 443.53 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Barchheka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Barchheka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barchheka
Population of Barchheka
According to the 2011 Census, Barchheka has a total population of about 2,311, with approximately 1,192 males and 1,119 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 351 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 454 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 595. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.98%, with male literacy at about 69.04% and female literacy near 48.26%. There are around 597 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barchheka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,311 | 1,192 | 1,119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 351 | 181 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 454 | 227 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 595 | 299 | 296 |
| Literate Population | 1,363 | 823 | 540 |
| Illiterate Population | 948 | 369 | 579 |
Connectivity of Barchheka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barchheka. As per the 2011 stats, Barchheka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barchheka
Knowing the nearby villages of Barchheka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barchheka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barchheka
- Where is Barchheka located?
- Barchheka village is situated in Badwara Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barchheka?
- Barchheka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Barchheka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barchheka is 2,311, with 1,192 males and 1,119 females.
- How many households are there in Barchheka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barchheka village has a total of 597 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barchheka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barchheka is 58.98%. The male literacy rate is 69.04%, while the female literacy rate is 48.26%.