Barukheda - Telhara, Akola
Barukheda is a village situated in the Telhara tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 125 km from Chikhaldara and around 123 km from Amravati. Barukheda village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barukheda is 531592. The village covers a total geographical area of 472.47 hectares and falls under the 444103 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Barukheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Barukheda
According to the 2011 Census, Barukheda village had a total population of 1,096 people, including 548 males and 548 females, living in 209 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.11%, with male literacy at 59.74% and female literacy at 40.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 920.
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 | 1,096 | 548 | 548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 91 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 920 | 460 | 460 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 273 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 641 | 275 | 366 |
Transport and Connectivity of Barukheda
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akot to Barukheda is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Barukheda is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Barukheda
Where is Barukheda located?
Barukheda village is located in Telhara Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Barukheda?
Barukheda is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barukheda?
The pincode of Barukheda is 444103.
What is the population of Barukheda?
Barukheda had a total population of 1,096, including 548 males and 548 females.
How many households are there in Barukheda?
Barukheda had 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barukheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barukheda was 50.11%. Male literacy was 59.74% and female literacy was 40.35%.