Barkhera - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Barkhera is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Limbi Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkhera is 476614. The village covers a total geographical area of 367.5 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Barkhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkhera
According to the 2011 Census, Barkhera village had a total population of 430 people, including 213 males and 217 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.45%, with male literacy at 74.25% and female literacy at 53.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 392.
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 | 430 | 213 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 46 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 392 | 193 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 124 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 89 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Barkhera
Barkhera 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 Barkhera
Public transport in the Barkhera is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barkhera.
| 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 Barwaha to Barkhera is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Barkhera is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barkhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkhera 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 Barkhera
Where is Barkhera located?
Barkhera village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barkhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkhera is Limbi Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Barkhera?
The pincode of Barkhera is 451115.
What is the population of Barkhera?
Barkhera had a total population of 430, including 213 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Barkhera?
Barkhera had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkhera was 63.45%. Male literacy was 74.25% and female literacy was 53.14%.