Barkuwa - Karera, Shivpuri
Barkuwa is a village situated in the Karera tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karera and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Semara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkuwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkuwa is 455696. The village covers a total geographical area of 400.5 hectares and falls under the 473665 pincode. Karera is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Barkuwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkuwa
As per Census 2011, Barkuwa village has a total population of 727 people, consisting of 388 males and 339 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 461 literate and 266 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkuwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 727 | 388 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 54 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 29 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 288 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 100 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Barkuwa
Barkuwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahera | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Ramnagar | South | 1.58 km |
| Utwaha | East | 1.95 km |
| Bahadurpur | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Kodora Lodhi | North | 2.68 km |
| Semra | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Khadpura | West | 2.93 km |
| Kalipahadi | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Bagroda | South | 3.65 km |
| Taktaki | North | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkuwa
Barkuwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karari, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karera to Barkuwa is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Barkuwa is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkuwa 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barkuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkuwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Barkuwa
Where is Barkuwa located?
Barkuwa village is located in Karera Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkuwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkuwa is Semara.
What is the pincode of Barkuwa?
The pincode of Barkuwa is 473665.
What is the population of Barkuwa?
Barkuwa has a total population of 727, including 388 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Barkuwa?
There are 184 households in Barkuwa.
What is the literacy rate in Barkuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkuwa is 63.41%. Male literacy is 74.23% and female literacy is 51.03%.