Barkhera - Bassi, Chittorgarh
Barkhera is a village situated in the Bassi tehsil of Chittorgarh district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 18 km from Chittaurgarh and around 18 km from Chittaurgarh. Abhaypura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barkhera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barkhera is 100751. The village covers a total geographical area of 220.01 hectares and falls under the 312601 pincode. Chittaurgarh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Barkhera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chittorgarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Barkhera
According to the 2011 Census, Barkhera village had a total population of 249 people, including 130 males and 119 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.25%, with male literacy at 51.46% and female literacy at 22.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 153.
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 | 249 | 130 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 27 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 153 | 84 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 53 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 77 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Barkhera
Barkhera 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 Barkhera
Barkhera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chittaurgarh to Barkhera is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barkhera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barkhera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Barkhera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barkhera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Barkhera
Where is Barkhera located?
Barkhera village is located in Bassi Tehsil, Chittorgarh district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Barkhera?
The Gram Panchayat of Barkhera is Abhaypura.
What is the pincode of Barkhera?
The pincode of Barkhera is 312601.
What is the population of Barkhera?
Barkhera had a total population of 249, including 130 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Barkhera?
Barkhera had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barkhera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barkhera was 37.25%. Male literacy was 51.46% and female literacy was 22.77%.