Barkheda Jat - Shamshabad, Vidisha
Barkheda Jat is a village situated in the Shamshabad tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shamshabad and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Bharnakheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkheda Jat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkheda Jat is 481512. The village covers a total geographical area of 1005 hectares and falls under the 464113 pincode. Sironj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Barkheda Jat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barkheda Jat
According to the 2011 Census, Barkheda Jat village had a total population of 714 people, including 389 males and 325 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 835 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.54%, with male literacy at 70.15% and female literacy at 46.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 164, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 714 | 389 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 54 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 91 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 235 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 154 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Barkheda Jat
Barkheda Jat 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 Jat
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Barkheda Jat.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sironj to Barkheda Jat is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Barkheda Jat is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkheda Jat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkheda Jat 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 Jat
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 Jat 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Barkheda Jat
Where is Barkheda Jat located?
Barkheda Jat village is located in Shamshabad Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barkheda Jat?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkheda Jat is Bharnakheda.
What is the pincode of Barkheda Jat?
The pincode of Barkheda Jat is 464113.
What is the population of Barkheda Jat?
Barkheda Jat had a total population of 714, including 389 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Barkheda Jat?
Barkheda Jat had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkheda Jat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkheda Jat was 59.54%. Male literacy was 70.15% and female literacy was 46.76%.