Rahadkot - Thikri, Barwani
Rahadkot is a village situated in the Thikri tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thikri and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Rupkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rahadkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rahadkot is 478248. The village covers a total geographical area of 498.98 hectares and falls under the 451660 pincode. Dhamnod is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Rahadkot 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 Rahadkot
As per Census 2011, Rahadkot village has a total population of 585 people, consisting of 303 males and 282 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 310 illiterate residents. Additionally, 584 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rahadkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 585 | 303 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 584 | 303 | 281 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 170 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 133 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Rahadkot
Rahadkot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mandranya | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Rupkheda | West | 2.63 km |
| Thikri | North | 3.69 km |
| Piparkheda | West | 3.78 km |
| Baghwa | South-West | 4.19 km |
| Nayadad | North-East | 4.84 km |
| Dasanga | South | 5.11 km |
| Anantpura | North-West | 5.25 km |
| Julwaniya | South-West | 5.26 km |
| Khurampura | West | 5.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rahadkot
The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhamnod to Rahadkot is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Rahadkot is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Rahadkot
Where is Rahadkot located?
Rahadkot village is located in Thikri Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rahadkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Rahadkot is Rupkheda.
What is the pincode of Rahadkot?
The pincode of Rahadkot is 451660.
What is the population of Rahadkot?
Rahadkot has a total population of 585, including 303 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Rahadkot?
There are 110 households in Rahadkot.
What is the literacy rate in Rahadkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rahadkot is 47.01%. Male literacy is 56.11% and female literacy is 37.23%.