Bharkund - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Bharkund is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Bokhadi serves as the Village Panchayat for Bharkund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharkund is 525054. The village covers a total geographical area of 206.76 hectares and falls under the 425452 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Bharkund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bharkund
According to the 2011 Census, Bharkund village had a total population of 713 people, including 348 males and 365 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.17%, with male literacy at 77.36% and female literacy at 62.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 713.
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 | 713 | 348 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 52 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 713 | 348 | 365 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 229 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 119 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Bharkund
Bharkund 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 Bharkund
Bharkund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Talode to Bharkund is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Bharkund is about 80 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 Bharkund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharkund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bharkund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharkund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bharkund
Where is Bharkund located?
Bharkund village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Bharkund?
The Village Panchayat of Bharkund is Bokhadi.
What is the pincode of Bharkund?
The pincode of Bharkund is 425452.
What is the population of Bharkund?
Bharkund had a total population of 713, including 348 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Bharkund?
Bharkund had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharkund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharkund was 70.17%. Male literacy was 77.36% and female literacy was 62.93%.