Barkheda Gangasa Village - Garoth, Mandsaur
Barkheda Gangasa is a village situated in the Garoth tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garoth and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Barkheda Gangasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkheda Gangasa is 469355. The village covers a total geographical area of 1028.91 hectares and falls under the 458880 pincode. Garoth is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Barkheda Gangasa 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 Gangasa
As per Census 2011, Barkheda Gangasa village has a total population of 3,399 people, consisting of 1,720 males and 1,679 females. The village has 683 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 424 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,135 literate and 1,264 illiterate residents. Additionally, 350 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkheda Gangasa are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,399 | 1,720 | 1,679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 424 | 215 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 180 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,135 | 1,338 | 797 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,264 | 382 | 882 |
Nearby Villages of Barkheda Gangasa
Barkheda Gangasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandrapura | East | 2.33 km |
| Piplyajati | East | 2.74 km |
| Guradiya Narsingh | South | 2.78 km |
| Narayani | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Dhamanya Jhali | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Dethalikhurd | West | 2.95 km |
| Eriya | North | 3.19 km |
| Akya Kunwarpada | South-East | 3.47 km |
| Borkhedi | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Jassakhedi | East | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkheda Gangasa
Barkheda Gangasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Garot, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Garoth to Barkheda Gangasa is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Barkheda Gangasa is about 113 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 Barkheda Gangasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkheda Gangasa 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barkheda Gangasa
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 Gangasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barkheda Gangasa
Where is Barkheda Gangasa located?
Barkheda Gangasa village is located in Garoth Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkheda Gangasa?
Barkheda Gangasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barkheda Gangasa?
The pincode of Barkheda Gangasa is 458880.
What is the population of Barkheda Gangasa?
Barkheda Gangasa has a total population of 3,399, including 1,720 males and 1,679 females.
How many households are there in Barkheda Gangasa?
There are 683 households in Barkheda Gangasa.
What is the literacy rate in Barkheda Gangasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkheda Gangasa is 62.81%. Male literacy is 77.79% and female literacy is 47.47%.