Berkhedi - Kurwai, Vidisha
Berkhedi is a village situated in the Kurwai tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurwai and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Veerpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Berkhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Berkhedi is 480972. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.95 hectares and falls under the 464224 pincode. Kurwai is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Berkhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Berkhedi
According to the 2011 Census, Berkhedi village had a total population of 421 people, including 211 males and 210 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.99%, with male literacy at 90.56% and female literacy at 65.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145.
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 | 421 | 211 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 73 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 163 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 48 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Berkhedi
Berkhedi 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 Berkhedi
Berkhedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurwai to Berkhedi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Berkhedi is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Berkhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Berkhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Berkhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Berkhedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Berkhedi
Where is Berkhedi located?
Berkhedi village is located in Kurwai Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Berkhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Berkhedi is Veerpur.
What is the pincode of Berkhedi?
The pincode of Berkhedi is 464224.
What is the population of Berkhedi?
Berkhedi had a total population of 421, including 211 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Berkhedi?
Berkhedi had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Berkhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Berkhedi was 77.99%. Male literacy was 90.56% and female literacy was 65.36%.