Barkheda - Pohri, Shivpuri
Barkheda is a village situated in the Pohri tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pohri and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Maroraaheer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkheda is 455229. The village covers a total geographical area of 298 hectares and falls under the 473775 pincode. Shivpuri is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Barkheda 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 Barkheda
As per Census 2011, Barkheda village has a total population of 1,007 people, consisting of 549 males and 458 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 834 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 691 literate and 316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 195 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,007 | 549 | 458 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 87 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 105 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 691 | 447 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 102 | 214 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Shivpuri to Barkheda is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 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 Barkheda
Where is Barkheda located?
Barkheda village is located in Pohri Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkheda is Maroraaheer.
What is the pincode of Barkheda?
The pincode of Barkheda is 473775.
What is the population of Barkheda?
Barkheda has a total population of 1,007, including 549 males and 458 females.
How many households are there in Barkheda?
There are 169 households in Barkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Barkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkheda is 68.62%. Male literacy is 81.42% and female literacy is 53.28%.