Barakund - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Barakund is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Barakund village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barakund is 505566. The village covers a total geographical area of 686.21 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Barakund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barakund
As per Census 2011, Barakund village has a total population of 1,499 people, consisting of 766 males and 733 females. The village has 275 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 288 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 731 literate and 768 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,416 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barakund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,499 | 766 | 733 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 144 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,416 | 719 | 697 |
| Literate Population | 731 | 445 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 768 | 321 | 447 |
Nearby Villages of Barakund
Barakund 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 Barakund
Barakund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barakund.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanera(harsud) to Barakund is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Barakund is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barakund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barakund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barakund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barakund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barakund
Where is Barakund located?
Barakund village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barakund?
Barakund is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barakund?
The pincode of Barakund is 450001.
What is the population of Barakund?
Barakund has a total population of 1,499, including 766 males and 733 females.
How many households are there in Barakund?
There are 275 households in Barakund.
What is the literacy rate in Barakund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barakund is 48.77%. Male literacy is 58.09% and female literacy is 39.02%.