Barkhera - Banda, Sagar
Barkhera is a village situated in the Banda tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banda and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Saliyakalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkhera is 460139. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.05 hectares and falls under the 470339 pincode. Banda is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Barkhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Damoh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkhera
According to the 2011 Census, Barkhera village had a total population of 577 people, including 302 males and 275 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.49%, with male literacy at 71.73% and female literacy at 49.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 577 | 302 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 65 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 170 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 132 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Barkhera
Barkhera 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 Barkhera
Barkhera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banda to Barkhera is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Barkhera is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkhera 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barkhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barkhera
Where is Barkhera located?
Barkhera village is located in Banda Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barkhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkhera is Saliyakalan.
What is the pincode of Barkhera?
The pincode of Barkhera is 470339.
What is the population of Barkhera?
Barkhera had a total population of 577, including 302 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Barkhera?
Barkhera had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkhera was 61.49%. Male literacy was 71.73% and female literacy was 49.76%.