Lehadgaon - Thikri, Barwani
Lehadgaon is a village situated in the Thikri tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thikri and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Umarda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lehadgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lehadgaon is 478241. The village covers a total geographical area of 238.91 hectares and falls under the 451660 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Lehadgaon 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 Lehadgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Lehadgaon village had a total population of 583 people, including 293 males and 290 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.63%, with male literacy at 67.81% and female literacy at 44.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 583 | 293 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 60 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 158 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 135 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Lehadgaon
Lehadgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jarwai | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Ghatwa | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Abhali | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Sherpura | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Bhoinda | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Khedi | East | 3.39 km |
| Karamatpura | North-West | 3.51 km |
| Kerwa | West | 3.98 km |
| Kapalyakhedi | North-West | 4.53 km |
| Jaroli | East | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lehadgaon
Lehadgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 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 67.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Anjad to Lehadgaon is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Lehadgaon 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 Lehadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lehadgaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lehadgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lehadgaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Lehadgaon
Where is Lehadgaon located?
Lehadgaon village is located in Thikri Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lehadgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Lehadgaon is Umarda.
What is the pincode of Lehadgaon?
The pincode of Lehadgaon is 451660.
What is the population of Lehadgaon?
Lehadgaon had a total population of 583, including 293 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Lehadgaon?
Lehadgaon had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lehadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lehadgaon was 55.63%. Male literacy was 67.81% and female literacy was 44.13%.