Barkheda - Kolaras, Shivpuri
Barkheda is a village situated in the Kolaras tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolaras and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Kotanaka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkheda is 455845. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.38 hectares and falls under the 473774 pincode. Kolaras is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Barkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barkheda
As per Census 2011, Barkheda village has a total population of 113 people, consisting of 57 males and 56 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 51 literate and 62 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 113 | 57 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 54 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 32 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 25 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Barkheda
Barkheda 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 Barkheda
Barkheda 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 5-10 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 Kolaras to Barkheda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Barkheda is about 48 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 Barkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkheda 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 Barkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkheda 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 Barkheda
Where is Barkheda located?
Barkheda village is located in Kolaras Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkheda is Kotanaka.
What is the pincode of Barkheda?
The pincode of Barkheda is 473774.
What is the population of Barkheda?
Barkheda has a total population of 113, including 57 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Barkheda?
There are 20 households in Barkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Barkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkheda is 45.13%. Male literacy is 56.14% and female literacy is 33.93%.