Bhilkheda - Rajpur, Barwani
Bhilkheda is a village situated in the Rajpur tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Mojali Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhilkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhilkheda is 478318. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.76 hectares and falls under the 451447 pincode. Palsud is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Bhilkheda 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 Bhilkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Bhilkheda village had a total population of 405 people, including 196 males and 209 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,066 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.10%, with male literacy at 40.79% and female literacy at 37.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 399.
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 | 405 | 196 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 44 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 399 | 194 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 62 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 134 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Bhilkheda
Bhilkheda 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 Bhilkheda
Bhilkheda 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palsud to Bhilkheda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Bhilkheda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhilkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhilkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhilkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhilkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhilkheda
Where is Bhilkheda located?
Bhilkheda village is located in Rajpur Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhilkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhilkheda is Mojali Khurd.
What is the pincode of Bhilkheda?
The pincode of Bhilkheda is 451447.
What is the population of Bhilkheda?
Bhilkheda had a total population of 405, including 196 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Bhilkheda?
Bhilkheda had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhilkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhilkheda was 39.10%. Male literacy was 40.79% and female literacy was 37.50%.