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
As per Census 2011, Barkhera village has a total population of 577 people, consisting of 302 males and 275 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 273 literate and 304 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkhera are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 577, including 302 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Barkhera?
There are 126 households in Barkhera.
What is the literacy rate in Barkhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkhera is 47.31%. Male literacy is 56.29% and female literacy is 37.45%.