Kapalyakhedi - Thikri, Barwani
Kapalyakhedi is a village situated in the Thikri tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thikri and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Dabhad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kapalyakhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kapalyakhedi is 478213. The village covers a total geographical area of 261.68 hectares and falls under the 451660 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kapalyakhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kapalyakhedi
As per Census 2011, Kapalyakhedi village has a total population of 828 people, consisting of 416 males and 412 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 476 literate and 352 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 95 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kapalyakhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 828 | 416 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 56 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 50 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 476 | 274 | 202 |
| Illiterate Population | 352 | 142 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Kapalyakhedi
Kapalyakhedi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dabhad | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Nandgaon | North | 2.10 km |
| Radkot | North | 2.14 km |
| Abhali | East | 2.17 km |
| Karamatpura | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Kerwa | South | 2.58 km |
| Brahamangaon | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Kuwa | South | 3.47 km |
| Ghatvadya | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Vishwanath Kheda | West | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kapalyakhedi
Kapalyakhedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Anjad to Kapalyakhedi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Kapalyakhedi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kapalyakhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kapalyakhedi 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 Kapalyakhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kapalyakhedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kapalyakhedi
Where is Kapalyakhedi located?
Kapalyakhedi village is located in Thikri Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kapalyakhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kapalyakhedi is Dabhad.
What is the pincode of Kapalyakhedi?
The pincode of Kapalyakhedi is 451660.
What is the population of Kapalyakhedi?
Kapalyakhedi has a total population of 828, including 416 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Kapalyakhedi?
There are 183 households in Kapalyakhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Kapalyakhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kapalyakhedi is 57.49%. Male literacy is 65.87% and female literacy is 49.03%.