Madau Khedi - Mungaoli, Ashoknagar
Madau Khedi is a village situated in the Mungaoli tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mungaoli and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Madaukhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madau Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madau Khedi is 500668. The village covers a total geographical area of 1192 hectares and falls under the 473443 pincode. Mungaoli is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Madau Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Madau Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Madau Khedi village had a total population of 1,958 people, including 1,064 males and 894 females, living in 370 households. The sex ratio was 840 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.99%, with male literacy at 85.94% and female literacy at 50.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 373, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 238.
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 | 1,958 | 1,064 | 894 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 182 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 373 | 201 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 238 | 117 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 1,131 | 758 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 827 | 306 | 521 |
Nearby Villages of Madau Khedi
Madau Khedi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nasratpur | West | 1.21 km |
| Gokalpur | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Sirsi | North | 2.74 km |
| Piprasar | South-East | 2.80 km |
| Karangarh | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Rampura | South | 3.34 km |
| Kata Kheda | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Kathaia | South | 3.92 km |
| Lidhora (bhairo) | North-West | 4.23 km |
| Barkhana | North | 4.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madau Khedi
Madau Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhaura, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 128.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mungaoli to Madau Khedi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Madau Khedi is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madau Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madau Khedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madau Khedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madau Khedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Madau Khedi
Where is Madau Khedi located?
Madau Khedi village is located in Mungaoli Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Madau Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Madau Khedi is Madaukhedi.
What is the pincode of Madau Khedi?
The pincode of Madau Khedi is 473443.
What is the population of Madau Khedi?
Madau Khedi had a total population of 1,958, including 1,064 males and 894 females.
How many households are there in Madau Khedi?
Madau Khedi had 370 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madau Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madau Khedi was 69.99%. Male literacy was 85.94% and female literacy was 50.82%.