Barakund
Barakund is a village located in Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Khalwa (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Khandwa. As per 2009 stats, Barakund village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Barakund unique in its vibrant Khalwa-Khandwa region. You’ll see Barakund’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 Barakund
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barakund is 505566. The village spans a total geographical area of 686.21 hectares. Chanera(harsud) is nearest town to Barakund village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Barakund
Population of Barakund
According to the 2011 Census, Barakund has a total population of about 1,499, with approximately 766 males and 733 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 288 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 51 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,416. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.77%, with male literacy at about 58.09% and female literacy near 39.02%. There are around 275 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barakund's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Connectivity of Barakund
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barakund. As per the 2011 stats, Barakund had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barakund
Knowing the nearby villages of Barakund helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barakund.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barakund
- Where is Barakund located?
- Barakund village is situated in Khalwa Tehsil, within the Khandwa district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barakund?
- Barakund serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Barakund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barakund is 1,499, with 766 males and 733 females.
- How many households are there in Barakund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barakund village has a total of 275 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barakund as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barakund is 48.77%. The male literacy rate is 58.09%, while the female literacy rate is 39.02%.