Barkheda - Manasa, Neemuch
Barkheda is a village situated in the Manasa tehsil of Neemuch district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manasa and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Neemuch. Barkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkheda is 468764. The village covers a total geographical area of 378.65 hectares and falls under the 458116 pincode. Manasa is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Barkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barkheda
As per Census 2011, Barkheda village has a total population of 835 people, consisting of 412 males and 423 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 470 literate and 365 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 225 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 835 | 412 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 66 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 225 | 120 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 281 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 131 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Barkheda
Barkheda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Barkheda
Barkheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manasa to Barkheda is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Neemuch to Barkheda is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barkheda
Where is Barkheda located?
Barkheda village is located in Manasa Tehsil, Neemuch district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkheda?
Barkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barkheda?
The pincode of Barkheda is 458116.
What is the population of Barkheda?
Barkheda has a total population of 835, including 412 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Barkheda?
There are 215 households in Barkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Barkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkheda is 56.29%. Male literacy is 68.20% and female literacy is 44.68%.