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
As per Census 2011, Barkheda village has a total population of 517 people, consisting of 253 males and 264 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 185 literate and 332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 517 | 253 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| 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 has a total population of 517, including 253 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Barkheda?
There are 110 households in Barkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Barkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkheda is 35.78%. Male literacy is 45.85% and female literacy is 26.14%.