Bekalaya - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Bekalaya is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Sorthi Barul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bekalaya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bekalaya is 476618. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.07 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Bekalaya 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 Bekalaya
As per Census 2011, Bekalaya village has a total population of 364 people, consisting of 174 males and 190 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,091 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 202 literate and 162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bekalaya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 364 | 174 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 56 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 117 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 57 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Bekalaya
Bekalaya 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 Bekalaya
Public transport in the Bekalaya is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bekalaya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Bekalaya is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Bekalaya 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 Bekalaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bekalaya 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bekalaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bekalaya 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bekalaya
Where is Bekalaya located?
Bekalaya village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bekalaya?
The Gram Panchayat of Bekalaya is Sorthi Barul.
What is the pincode of Bekalaya?
The pincode of Bekalaya is 451115.
What is the population of Bekalaya?
Bekalaya has a total population of 364, including 174 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Bekalaya?
There are 74 households in Bekalaya.
What is the literacy rate in Bekalaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bekalaya is 55.49%. Male literacy is 67.24% and female literacy is 44.74%.