Bherukheda - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Bherukheda is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Katkut serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bherukheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bherukheda is 476615. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.97 hectares and falls under the 450771 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Bherukheda 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 Bherukheda
According to the 2011 Census, Bherukheda village had a total population of 341 people, including 165 males and 176 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.91%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 36.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 159.
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 | 341 | 165 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 76 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 66 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 99 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Bherukheda
Bherukheda 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 Bherukheda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bherukheda. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bherukheda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bherukheda is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Bherukheda is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bherukheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bherukheda 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 Bherukheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bherukheda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bherukheda
Where is Bherukheda located?
Bherukheda village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bherukheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bherukheda is Katkut.
What is the pincode of Bherukheda?
The pincode of Bherukheda is 450771.
What is the population of Bherukheda?
Bherukheda had a total population of 341, including 165 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Bherukheda?
Bherukheda had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bherukheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bherukheda was 42.91%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 36.67%.