Barkheda Ambekha - Garoth, Mandsaur
Barkheda Ambekha is a village situated in the Garoth tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garoth and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Kotdabujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkheda Ambekha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkheda Ambekha is 469405. The village covers a total geographical area of 291 hectares and falls under the 458880 pincode. Garoth is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Barkheda Ambekha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garoth Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkheda Ambekha
As per Census 2011, Barkheda Ambekha village has a total population of 605 people, consisting of 310 males and 295 females. The village has 130 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 270 literate and 335 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkheda Ambekha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 605 | 310 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 180 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 130 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Barkheda Ambekha
Barkheda Ambekha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Akiya | East | 1.79 km |
| Dobra | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Ranayra | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Kothada Buzurg | West | 2.60 km |
| Deliya Kheri | North-East | 3.48 km |
| Jaswantpura | North-East | 3.59 km |
| Arniya | South-East | 3.93 km |
| Haripura | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Boliya | South | 4.85 km |
| Mahuriya | North-East | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkheda Ambekha
Barkheda Ambekha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kurlas, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Garoth to Barkheda Ambekha is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Barkheda Ambekha is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkheda Ambekha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkheda Ambekha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barkheda Ambekha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkheda Ambekha 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 Barkheda Ambekha
Where is Barkheda Ambekha located?
Barkheda Ambekha village is located in Garoth Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkheda Ambekha?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkheda Ambekha is Kotdabujurg.
What is the pincode of Barkheda Ambekha?
The pincode of Barkheda Ambekha is 458880.
What is the population of Barkheda Ambekha?
Barkheda Ambekha has a total population of 605, including 310 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Barkheda Ambekha?
There are 130 households in Barkheda Ambekha.
What is the literacy rate in Barkheda Ambekha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkheda Ambekha is 44.63%. Male literacy is 58.06% and female literacy is 30.51%.