Barkheda
Barkheda is a village located in Ashta tehsil of Sehore district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Ashta (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Sehore. As per 2009 stats, Barkheda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Barkheda unique in its vibrant Ashta-Sehore region. You’ll see Barkheda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Barkheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Barkheda is 482873. The village spans a total geographical area of 421.08 hectares. Ashta is nearest town to Barkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
Google Map of Barkheda
Population of Barkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Barkheda has a total population of about 1,425, with approximately 738 males and 687 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 198 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 516 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.74%, with male literacy at about 71.82% and female literacy near 44.69%. There are around 270 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Barkheda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,425 | 738 | 687 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 100 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 516 | 259 | 257 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 837 | 530 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 588 | 208 | 380 |
Connectivity of Barkheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Barkheda. As per the 2011 stats, Barkheda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Barkheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Barkheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Barkheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Barkheda
- Where is Barkheda located?
- Barkheda village is situated in Ashta Tehsil, within the Sehore district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Barkheda?
- Barkheda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Barkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barkheda is 1,425, with 738 males and 687 females.
- How many households are there in Barkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Barkheda village has a total of 270 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Barkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barkheda is 58.74%. The male literacy rate is 71.82%, while the female literacy rate is 44.69%.