Raikheda - Pansemal, Barwani
Raikheda is a village situated in the Pansemal tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pansemal and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Raikhed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raikheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raikheda is 478441. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.6 hectares and falls under the 451770 pincode. Pansemal is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Raikheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pansemal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raikheda
According to the 2011 Census, Raikheda village had a total population of 1,486 people, including 742 males and 744 females, living in 236 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.37%, with male literacy at 50.78% and female literacy at 41.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,471.
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 | 1,486 | 742 | 744 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 330 | 163 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,471 | 736 | 735 |
| Literate Population | 536 | 294 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 950 | 448 | 502 |
Nearby Villages of Raikheda
Raikheda 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 Raikheda
Public transport in the Raikheda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Pansemal to Raikheda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Raikheda 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.
Banking and Postal Services in Raikheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raikheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Raikheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raikheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raikheda
Where is Raikheda located?
Raikheda village is located in Pansemal Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Raikheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Raikheda is Raikhed.
What is the pincode of Raikheda?
The pincode of Raikheda is 451770.
What is the population of Raikheda?
Raikheda had a total population of 1,486, including 742 males and 744 females.
How many households are there in Raikheda?
Raikheda had 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raikheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raikheda was 46.37%. Male literacy was 50.78% and female literacy was 41.94%.