Barkheda Madan - Unhel, Ujjain
Barkheda Madan is a village situated in the Unhel tehsil of Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from Nagda and around 42 km from Ujjain. Barkheda Madan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkheda Madan is 471208. The village covers a total geographical area of 493.2 hectares and falls under the 456221 pincode. Unhel is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Barkheda Madan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghatiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ujjain Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barkheda Madan
As per Census 2011, Barkheda Madan village has a total population of 1,122 people, consisting of 577 males and 545 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 196 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 452 literate and 670 illiterate residents. Additionally, 449 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkheda Madan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,122 | 577 | 545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 117 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 449 | 233 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 291 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 286 | 384 |
Nearby Villages of Barkheda Madan
Barkheda Madan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Matra | West | 1.36 km |
| Gurachha | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Punakheda | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Pankhedi | East | 1.86 km |
| Hapakheda | North-East | 1.99 km |
| Sarwana Unhel | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Mundla | East | 3.10 km |
| Jhiranya Unhel | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Antraliya | North | 3.22 km |
| Rathda | North-West | 3.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkheda Madan
Barkheda Madan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rohal Khurd, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Unhel to Barkheda Madan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ujjain to Barkheda Madan is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkheda Madan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkheda Madan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barkheda Madan
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 Madan 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 Madan
Where is Barkheda Madan located?
Barkheda Madan village is located in Unhel Tehsil, Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkheda Madan?
Barkheda Madan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barkheda Madan?
The pincode of Barkheda Madan is 456221.
What is the population of Barkheda Madan?
Barkheda Madan has a total population of 1,122, including 577 males and 545 females.
How many households are there in Barkheda Madan?
There are 212 households in Barkheda Madan.
What is the literacy rate in Barkheda Madan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkheda Madan is 40.29%. Male literacy is 50.43% and female literacy is 29.54%.