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
As per Census 2011, Bherukheda village has a total population of 341 people, consisting of 165 males and 176 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 121 literate and 220 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 159 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bherukheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 341 | 165 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 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 has a total population of 341, including 165 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Bherukheda?
There are 67 households in Bherukheda.
What is the literacy rate in Bherukheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bherukheda is 35.48%. Male literacy is 40.00% and female literacy is 31.25%.