Barkheda - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Barkheda is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Bheropur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkheda is 491040. The village covers a total geographical area of 492.68 hectares and falls under the 487441 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Barkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkheda
As per Census 2011, Barkheda village has a total population of 516 people, consisting of 230 males and 286 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 1,243 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 236 literate and 280 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 324 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 516 | 230 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 36 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 28 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 324 | 136 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 132 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 98 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Barkheda
Barkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Silheti | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Chougan | West | 1.75 km |
| Bheropur | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Papra | West | 2.74 km |
| Bijanpur | North | 3.10 km |
| Prempur | West | 3.89 km |
| Belkhedi | North | 4.47 km |
| Khadai | East | 4.64 km |
| Sesadawar | West | 5.12 km |
| Dhameta | North-East | 5.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkheda
Barkheda 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 Bohani, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Gadarwara to Barkheda is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Barkheda is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkheda 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barkheda
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 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barkheda
Where is Barkheda located?
Barkheda village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkheda is Bheropur.
What is the pincode of Barkheda?
The pincode of Barkheda is 487441.
What is the population of Barkheda?
Barkheda has a total population of 516, including 230 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Barkheda?
There are 126 households in Barkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Barkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkheda is 45.74%. Male literacy is 57.39% and female literacy is 36.36%.