Barkheda - Kurwai, Vidisha
Barkheda is a village situated in the Kurwai tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurwai and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Kankar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkheda is 480938. The village covers a total geographical area of 280.24 hectares and falls under the 464224 pincode. Kurwai is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Barkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Barkheda village had a total population of 684 people, including 353 males and 331 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.07%, with male literacy at 77.05% and female literacy at 60.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 684 | 353 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 61 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 50 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 393 | 225 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 128 | 163 |
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. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Barkheda.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurwai to Barkheda is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Barkheda is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barkheda
Where is Barkheda located?
Barkheda village is located in Kurwai Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkheda is Kankar.
What is the pincode of Barkheda?
The pincode of Barkheda is 464224.
What is the population of Barkheda?
Barkheda had a total population of 684, including 353 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Barkheda?
Barkheda had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkheda was 69.07%. Male literacy was 77.05% and female literacy was 60.65%.