Barkheda Nayak - Shamgarh, Mandsaur
Barkheda Nayak is a village situated in the Shamgarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shamgarh and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Barkheda Nayak village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkheda Nayak is 469497. The village covers a total geographical area of 1208.69 hectares and falls under the 458883 pincode. Shamgarh is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Barkheda Nayak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkheda Nayak
As per Census 2011, Barkheda Nayak village has a total population of 1,282 people, consisting of 658 males and 624 females. The village has 300 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 593 literate and 689 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkheda Nayak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,282 | 658 | 624 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 83 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 124 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 593 | 420 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 689 | 238 | 451 |
Nearby Villages of Barkheda Nayak
Barkheda Nayak 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhundiya | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Salri | West | 2.83 km |
| Agar | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Ramkhedi | East | 3.10 km |
| Nipaniya | East | 3.19 km |
| Pinchhala | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Melkheda | North-East | 4.08 km |
| Kherkhedi | West | 4.41 km |
| Baghuniya | North | 4.41 km |
| Gopalpura | South-West | 4.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkheda Nayak
Barkheda Nayak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shamgarh, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.8 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 Shamgarh to Barkheda Nayak is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Barkheda Nayak is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkheda Nayak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkheda Nayak 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 Nayak
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 Nayak 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barkheda Nayak
Where is Barkheda Nayak located?
Barkheda Nayak village is located in Shamgarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkheda Nayak?
Barkheda Nayak is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barkheda Nayak?
The pincode of Barkheda Nayak is 458883.
What is the population of Barkheda Nayak?
Barkheda Nayak has a total population of 1,282, including 658 males and 624 females.
How many households are there in Barkheda Nayak?
There are 300 households in Barkheda Nayak.
What is the literacy rate in Barkheda Nayak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkheda Nayak is 46.26%. Male literacy is 63.83% and female literacy is 27.72%.