Barkhedi - Chhaigaon Makhan, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Barkhedi is a village situated in the Chhaigaon Makhan tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Pandhana and around 24 km from Khandwa. Barkhedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkhedi is 506084. The village covers a total geographical area of 523.01 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Barkhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkhedi
According to the 2011 Census, Barkhedi village had a total population of 1,351 people, including 680 males and 671 females, living in 275 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.33%, with male literacy at 78.19% and female literacy at 58.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 129, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 643.
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 | 1,351 | 680 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 84 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 62 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 643 | 318 | 325 |
| Literate Population | 809 | 466 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 214 | 328 |
Nearby Villages of Barkhedi
Barkhedi 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 Barkhedi
Barkhedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Khandwa to Barkhedi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barkhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkhedi 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 Barkhedi
Where is Barkhedi located?
Barkhedi village is located in Chhaigaon Makhan Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkhedi?
Barkhedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barkhedi?
The pincode of Barkhedi is 450001.
What is the population of Barkhedi?
Barkhedi had a total population of 1,351, including 680 males and 671 females.
How many households are there in Barkhedi?
Barkhedi had 275 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkhedi was 68.33%. Male literacy was 78.19% and female literacy was 58.33%.