Prushkheda
Prushkheda is a village located in Niwali tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Niwali (tehsildar office) and 89km away from district headquarter Barwani. As per 2009 stats, Purushkheda is the gram panchayat of Prushkheda village.
Here you can discover what makes Prushkheda unique in its vibrant Niwali-Barwani region. You’ll see Prushkheda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Prushkheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Prushkheda is 478522. The village spans a total geographical area of 598.05 hectares. Sendhwa is nearest town to Prushkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Prushkheda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pansemal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khargone Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Prushkheda
Population of Prushkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Prushkheda has a total population of about 1,145, with approximately 575 males and 570 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 237 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 59 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,086. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.67%, with male literacy at about 52.00% and female literacy near 35.26%. There are around 189 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Prushkheda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,145 | 575 | 570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 118 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,086 | 546 | 540 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 299 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 645 | 276 | 369 |
Connectivity of Prushkheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Prushkheda. As per the 2011 stats, Prushkheda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Prushkheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Prushkheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Prushkheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Prushkheda
- Where is Prushkheda located?
- Prushkheda village is situated in Niwali Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Prushkheda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Prushkheda is Purushkheda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Prushkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Prushkheda is 1,145, with 575 males and 570 females.
- How many households are there in Prushkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Prushkheda village has a total of 189 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Prushkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Prushkheda is 43.67%. The male literacy rate is 52.00%, while the female literacy rate is 35.26%.