Beerkham - Semaria, Rewa
Beerkham is a village situated in the Semaria tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Semaria and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Beerkham village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beerkham is 466066. The village covers a total geographical area of 1323.3 hectares and falls under the 486446 pincode. Semaria is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Beerkham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Semariya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rewa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Beerkham
As per Census 2011, Beerkham village has a total population of 4,790 people, consisting of 2,426 males and 2,364 females. The village has 1,203 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 768 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,997 literate and 1,793 illiterate residents. Additionally, 533 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 507 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Beerkham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,790 | 2,426 | 2,364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 768 | 424 | 344 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 533 | 275 | 258 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 507 | 257 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 2,997 | 1,674 | 1,323 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,793 | 752 | 1,041 |
Nearby Villages of Beerkham
Beerkham 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Podi | North-West | 2.65 km |
| Bhelaudi | North | 2.76 km |
| Chaura | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Shahapur | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Sonauri | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Makarwat | South-West | 3.71 km |
| Kolahad | North | 3.75 km |
| Gaura | East | 4.12 km |
| Barwah | North-East | 4.24 km |
| Bakiya Tiwariyan | West | 4.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Beerkham
Beerkham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rewa, while the nearest airport is Satna Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Semaria to Beerkham is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rewa to Beerkham is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beerkham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beerkham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Beerkham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Beerkham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Beerkham
Where is Beerkham located?
Beerkham village is located in Semaria Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Beerkham?
Beerkham is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Beerkham?
The pincode of Beerkham is 486446.
What is the population of Beerkham?
Beerkham has a total population of 4,790, including 2,426 males and 2,364 females.
How many households are there in Beerkham?
There are 1,203 households in Beerkham.
What is the literacy rate in Beerkham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beerkham is 62.57%. Male literacy is 69.00% and female literacy is 55.96%.