Bhakarada - Khandwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Bhakarada is a village situated in the Khandwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Khandwa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Bhakarada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhakarada is 505724. The village covers a total geographical area of 1220.4 hectares and falls under the 450991 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Bhakarada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khandwa Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Bhakarada
As per Census 2011, Bhakarada village has a total population of 2,252 people, consisting of 1,183 males and 1,069 females. The village has 495 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 350 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,114 literate and 1,138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 250 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 966 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhakarada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,252 | 1,183 | 1,069 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 350 | 194 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 131 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 966 | 500 | 466 |
| Literate Population | 1,114 | 682 | 432 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,138 | 501 | 637 |
Nearby Villages of Bhakarada
Bhakarada 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 Bhakarada
Bhakarada 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 5-10 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 Khandwa to Bhakarada is about 16 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 Bhakarada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhakarada 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 Bhakarada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhakarada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhakarada
Where is Bhakarada located?
Bhakarada village is located in Khandwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhakarada?
Bhakarada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Bhakarada?
The pincode of Bhakarada is 450991.
What is the population of Bhakarada?
Bhakarada has a total population of 2,252, including 1,183 males and 1,069 females.
How many households are there in Bhakarada?
There are 495 households in Bhakarada.
What is the literacy rate in Bhakarada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhakarada is 49.47%. Male literacy is 57.65% and female literacy is 40.41%.