Barkheda Dev - Lateri, Vidisha
Barkheda Dev is a village situated in the Lateri tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lateri and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Narayanpurkala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkheda Dev village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkheda Dev is 480448. The village covers a total geographical area of 468.61 hectares and falls under the 464114 pincode. Lateri is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Barkheda Dev village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barkheda Dev
As per Census 2011, Barkheda Dev village has a total population of 555 people, consisting of 275 males and 280 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 106 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 289 literate and 266 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 54 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barkheda Dev are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 555 | 275 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 51 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 44 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 182 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 93 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Barkheda Dev
Barkheda Dev 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jarsena | West | 1.65 km |
| Narayan Kheda | South-East | 1.77 km |
| Khamkheda | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Kala Dev | East | 2.00 km |
| Narayanpur Kalan | South | 2.36 km |
| Aligarh | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Amirgang | North | 2.74 km |
| Sawan Khedi | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Khiriya Kheda | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Jheetri | North-West | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barkheda Dev
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Barkheda Dev. The nearest railway station is Radogarh, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Lateri to Barkheda Dev is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Barkheda Dev is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkheda Dev
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkheda Dev village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barkheda Dev
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 Dev 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 Dev
Where is Barkheda Dev located?
Barkheda Dev village is located in Lateri Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkheda Dev?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkheda Dev is Narayanpurkala.
What is the pincode of Barkheda Dev?
The pincode of Barkheda Dev is 464114.
What is the population of Barkheda Dev?
Barkheda Dev has a total population of 555, including 275 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Barkheda Dev?
There are 132 households in Barkheda Dev.
What is the literacy rate in Barkheda Dev?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkheda Dev is 52.07%. Male literacy is 66.18% and female literacy is 38.21%.