Barkheda Panth - Malhargarh, Mandsaur
Barkheda Panth is a village situated in the Malhargarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malhargarh and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Barkheda Panth village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkheda Panth is 469177. The village covers a total geographical area of 649.15 hectares and falls under the 458664 pincode. Piplya Mandi is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Barkheda Panth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malhargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkheda Panth
According to the 2011 Census, Barkheda Panth village had a total population of 1,916 people, including 969 males and 947 females, living in 421 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.45%, with male literacy at 95.78% and female literacy at 62.69%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 319, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 115.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,916 | 969 | 947 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 92 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 153 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 55 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 1,376 | 840 | 536 |
| Illiterate Population | 540 | 129 | 411 |
Nearby Villages of Barkheda Panth
Barkheda Panth 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Piplyasolanki | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Rupi | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Sunthod | North | 2.40 km |
| Jalodiya | East | 2.61 km |
| Jogani | North-West | 2.63 km |
| Amarpura | West | 3.15 km |
| Soni | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Khokhara | South-West | 3.32 km |
| Jetpura | West | 3.46 km |
| Selawari | North | 3.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkheda Panth
Barkheda Panth is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Malhargarh, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piplya Mandi to Barkheda Panth is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Barkheda Panth is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkheda Panth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkheda Panth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barkheda Panth
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 Panth village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barkheda Panth
Where is Barkheda Panth located?
Barkheda Panth village is located in Malhargarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkheda Panth?
Barkheda Panth is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barkheda Panth?
The pincode of Barkheda Panth is 458664.
What is the population of Barkheda Panth?
Barkheda Panth had a total population of 1,916, including 969 males and 947 females.
How many households are there in Barkheda Panth?
Barkheda Panth had 421 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkheda Panth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkheda Panth was 79.45%. Male literacy was 95.78% and female literacy was 62.69%.