Barkhera Gautam - Garhakota, Sagar
Barkhera Gautam is a village situated in the Garhakota tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhakota and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Barkhera Gautam (p) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkhera Gautam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkhera Gautam is 460996. The village covers a total geographical area of 336.4 hectares and falls under the 470232 pincode. Garhakota is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Barkhera Gautam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barkhera Gautam
As per Census 2011, Barkhera Gautam village has a total population of 1,152 people, consisting of 598 males and 554 females. The village has 276 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 765 literate and 387 illiterate residents. Additionally, 335 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 156 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkhera Gautam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,152 | 598 | 554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 92 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 175 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 83 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 765 | 451 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 387 | 147 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Barkhera Gautam
Barkhera Gautam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chanauva Khurd | West | 1.38 km |
| Hinota | East | 1.49 km |
| Padquari | South | 1.56 km |
| Majhguwan | North-East | 1.79 km |
| Sanjara | South | 2.21 km |
| Pipariya Bhatoli | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Basari | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Kajrawan | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Bhatoli | North | 3.01 km |
| Ranguwan | South-East | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkhera Gautam
Barkhera Gautam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ganeshganj, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Garhakota to Barkhera Gautam is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Barkhera Gautam is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkhera Gautam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkhera Gautam 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barkhera Gautam
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 Gautam 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barkhera Gautam
Where is Barkhera Gautam located?
Barkhera Gautam village is located in Garhakota Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkhera Gautam?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkhera Gautam is Barkhera Gautam (p).
What is the pincode of Barkhera Gautam?
The pincode of Barkhera Gautam is 470232.
What is the population of Barkhera Gautam?
Barkhera Gautam has a total population of 1,152, including 598 males and 554 females.
How many households are there in Barkhera Gautam?
There are 276 households in Barkhera Gautam.
What is the literacy rate in Barkhera Gautam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkhera Gautam is 66.41%. Male literacy is 75.42% and female literacy is 56.68%.