Barkheda - Khilchipur, Rajgarh
Barkheda is a village situated in the Khilchipur tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khilchipur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Barkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkheda is 479077. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.16 hectares and falls under the 465679 pincode. Khilchipur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Barkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Barkheda village had a total population of 517 people, including 253 males and 264 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.63%, with male literacy at 56.31% and female literacy at 31.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 517 | 253 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 116 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 137 | 195 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Khilchipur to Barkheda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Barkheda is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 2-5 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barkheda
Where is Barkheda located?
Barkheda village is located in Khilchipur Tehsil, Rajgarh 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 465679.
What is the population of Barkheda?
Barkheda had a total population of 517, including 253 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Barkheda?
Barkheda had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkheda was 43.63%. Male literacy was 56.31% and female literacy was 31.65%.