Barchhapura - Jawar, Sehore
Barchhapura is a village situated in the Jawar tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jawar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Barchhapura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barchhapura is 483106. The village covers a total geographical area of 291.95 hectares and falls under the 466221 pincode. Jawar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Barchhapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barchhapura
As per Census 2011, Barchhapura village has a total population of 1,504 people, consisting of 812 males and 692 females. The village has 287 households and a sex ratio of 852 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 865 literate and 639 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 172 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barchhapura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,504 | 812 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 109 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 104 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 87 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 865 | 556 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 639 | 256 | 383 |
Nearby Villages of Barchhapura
Barchhapura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chintamanpura | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Haliya Khedi | South | 1.98 km |
| Khatsura | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Gwala | North | 2.85 km |
| Kurli Kalan | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Gwali | North-East | 3.52 km |
| Nimawara | South-East | 3.65 km |
| Guradiya Varma | South-West | 3.81 km |
| Nizamadi | North-West | 4.17 km |
| Urli | East | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barchhapura
Barchhapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Berchha, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.4 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 Jawar to Barchhapura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Barchhapura is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barchhapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barchhapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barchhapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barchhapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barchhapura
Where is Barchhapura located?
Barchhapura village is located in Jawar Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barchhapura?
Barchhapura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barchhapura?
The pincode of Barchhapura is 466221.
What is the population of Barchhapura?
Barchhapura has a total population of 1,504, including 812 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Barchhapura?
There are 287 households in Barchhapura.
What is the literacy rate in Barchhapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barchhapura is 57.51%. Male literacy is 68.47% and female literacy is 44.65%.