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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Barukheda village has a total population of 1,096 people, consisting of 548 males and 548 females. The village has 209 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 455 literate and 641 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 920 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barukheda are given below:
| 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
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| 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 gram panchayat of Barukheda?
Barukheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Barukheda?
The pincode of Barukheda is 444103.
What is the population of Barukheda?
Barukheda has a total population of 1,096, including 548 males and 548 females.
How many households are there in Barukheda?
There are 209 households in Barukheda.
What is the literacy rate in Barukheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barukheda is 41.51%. Male literacy is 49.82% and female literacy is 33.21%.