Barkheda Tal - Sironj, Vidisha
Barkheda Tal is a village situated in the Sironj tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironj and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Badodatal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkheda Tal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkheda Tal is 480893. The village covers a total geographical area of 339.1 hectares and falls under the 464228 pincode. Sironj is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Barkheda Tal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barkheda Tal
According to the 2011 Census, Barkheda Tal village had a total population of 584 people, including 295 males and 289 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.85%, with male literacy at 59.32% and female literacy at 46.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 367.
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 | 584 | 295 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 367 | 184 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 140 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 155 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Barkheda Tal
Barkheda Tal 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 Tal
Barkheda Tal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Sironj to Barkheda Tal is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Barkheda Tal is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkheda Tal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkheda Tal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barkheda Tal
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 Tal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Barkheda Tal
Where is Barkheda Tal located?
Barkheda Tal village is located in Sironj Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barkheda Tal?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkheda Tal is Badodatal.
What is the pincode of Barkheda Tal?
The pincode of Barkheda Tal is 464228.
What is the population of Barkheda Tal?
Barkheda Tal had a total population of 584, including 295 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Barkheda Tal?
Barkheda Tal had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkheda Tal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkheda Tal was 52.85%. Male literacy was 59.32% and female literacy was 46.41%.