Barkachhar - Palera, Tikamgarh
Barkachhar is a village situated in the Palera tehsil of Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palera and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Tikamgarh. Niboura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkachhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkachhar is 456946. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.55 hectares and falls under the 472118 pincode. Palera is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Barkachhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jatara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tikamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkachhar
As per Census 2011, Barkachhar village has a total population of 251 people, consisting of 130 males and 121 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 151 literate and 100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkachhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 251 | 130 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 90 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 40 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Barkachhar
Barkachhar 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 Barkachhar
Barkachhar 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 Palera to Barkachhar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tikamgarh to Barkachhar is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkachhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkachhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Barkachhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkachhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Barkachhar
Where is Barkachhar located?
Barkachhar village is located in Palera Tehsil, Tikamgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkachhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkachhar is Niboura.
What is the pincode of Barkachhar?
The pincode of Barkachhar is 472118.
What is the population of Barkachhar?
Barkachhar has a total population of 251, including 130 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Barkachhar?
There are 42 households in Barkachhar.
What is the literacy rate in Barkachhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkachhar is 60.16%. Male literacy is 69.23% and female literacy is 50.41%.