Borkheda - Bhagwanpura, Khargone (West Nimar)
Borkheda is a village situated in the Bhagwanpura tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhagwanpura and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Borkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borkheda is 477799. The village covers a total geographical area of 632.37 hectares and falls under the 451441 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Borkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Borkheda
As per Census 2011, Borkheda village has a total population of 1,661 people, consisting of 823 males and 838 females. The village has 317 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 315 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 522 literate and 1,139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,636 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,661 | 823 | 838 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 315 | 165 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | - | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,636 | 812 | 824 |
| Literate Population | 522 | 279 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,139 | 544 | 595 |
Nearby Villages of Borkheda
Borkheda 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 Borkheda
Borkheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khargone to Borkheda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Borkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Borkheda
Where is Borkheda located?
Borkheda village is located in Bhagwanpura Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borkheda?
Borkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borkheda?
The pincode of Borkheda is 451441.
What is the population of Borkheda?
Borkheda has a total population of 1,661, including 823 males and 838 females.
How many households are there in Borkheda?
There are 317 households in Borkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Borkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borkheda is 31.43%. Male literacy is 33.90% and female literacy is 29.00%.