Bekalaya
Bekalaya is a village located in Barwaha tehsil of Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Barwaha (tehsildar office) and 98km away from district headquarter Khargone. As per 2009 stats, Sorthi Barul is the gram panchayat of Bekalaya village.
Bekalaya has its own place in the vibrant Khargone region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Bekalaya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bekalaya is 476618. The village spans a total geographical area of 307.07 hectares. Barwaha is nearest town to Bekalaya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Bekalaya village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Badwah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khandwa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Bekalaya
Below is a concise population overview of Bekalaya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bekalaya village:
- The total population of Bekalaya village is around 364, including approximately 174 males and 190 females, with a sex ratio of 1091 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 50 children aged 0–6 years in Bekalaya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bekalaya village has 111 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 34 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bekalaya village is about 55.49%, with male literacy at 67.24% and female literacy at 44.74%.
- There are around 74 households in Bekalaya village.
Connectivity of Bekalaya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bekalaya. As per the 2011 stats, Bekalaya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bekalaya
Knowing the nearby villages of Bekalaya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bekalaya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bekalaya
- Where is Bekalaya located?
- Bekalaya village is situated in Barwaha Tehsil, within the Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bekalaya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bekalaya is Sorthi Barul (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Bekalaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bekalaya is 364, with 174 males and 190 females.
- How many households are there in Bekalaya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bekalaya village has a total of 74 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bekalaya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bekalaya is 55.49%. The male literacy rate is 67.24%, while the female literacy rate is 44.74%.