Barkhadi - Narwar, Shivpuri
Barkhadi is a village situated in the Narwar tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narwar and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Barkhadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkhadi is 455468. The village covers a total geographical area of 235.7 hectares and falls under the 473880 pincode. Narwar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Barkhadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pohari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkhadi
As per Census 2011, Barkhadi village has a total population of 1,411 people, consisting of 752 males and 659 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 876 females per 1,000 males. There are 283 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 529 literate and 882 illiterate residents. Additionally, 375 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 406 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkhadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,411 | 752 | 659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 160 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 375 | 200 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 406 | 216 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 529 | 322 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 882 | 430 | 452 |
Nearby Villages of Barkhadi
Barkhadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gopaliya | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Nanakpur | West | 2.32 km |
| Bhimpur | South | 3.36 km |
| Shergarh | East | 3.76 km |
| Pawa | West | 4.92 km |
| Tharkhera | South-East | 5.99 km |
| Pachpedia | West | 6.24 km |
| Chakrampur | East | 6.84 km |
| Jaitpur | East | 7.17 km |
| Ukayala | South | 7.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkhadi
Barkhadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Indargarh, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.6 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 Narwar to Barkhadi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Barkhadi is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkhadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkhadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Barkhadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkhadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Barkhadi
Where is Barkhadi located?
Barkhadi village is located in Narwar Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkhadi?
Barkhadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barkhadi?
The pincode of Barkhadi is 473880.
What is the population of Barkhadi?
Barkhadi has a total population of 1,411, including 752 males and 659 females.
How many households are there in Barkhadi?
There are 268 households in Barkhadi.
What is the literacy rate in Barkhadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkhadi is 37.49%. Male literacy is 42.82% and female literacy is 31.41%.