Barkunda
Barkunda is a village located in Tendukheda tehsil of Narsimhapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Tendukheda (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Narsimhapur. As per 2009 stats, Khairi Kala is the gram panchayat of Barkunda village.
Barkunda has its own place in the vibrant Narsimhapur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Barkunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkunda is 491468. The village spans a total geographical area of 689.54 hectares. Tendukheda is nearest town to Barkunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Barkunda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Barkunda
Population of Barkunda
Below is a concise population overview of Barkunda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 768 | 411 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 57 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 61 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 518 | 315 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 96 | 154 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Barkunda village:
- The total population of Barkunda village is around 768, including approximately 411 males and 357 females, with a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 104 children aged 0–6 years in Barkunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Barkunda village has 108 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 28 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Barkunda village is about 67.45%, with male literacy at 76.64% and female literacy at 56.86%.
- There are around 190 households in Barkunda village.
Connectivity of Barkunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkunda. As per the 2011 stats, Barkunda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barkunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Barkunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barkunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barkunda
- Where is Barkunda located?
- Barkunda village is situated in Tendukheda Tehsil, within the Narsimhapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barkunda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Barkunda is Khairi Kala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Barkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkunda is 768, with 411 males and 357 females.
- How many households are there in Barkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barkunda village has a total of 190 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barkunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkunda is 67.45%. The male literacy rate is 76.64%, while the female literacy rate is 56.86%.