Rupkheda - Thikri, Barwani
Rupkheda is a village situated in the Thikri tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thikri and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Rupkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rupkheda is 478230. The village covers a total geographical area of 265.62 hectares and falls under the 451660 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Rupkheda 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 Rupkheda
As per Census 2011, Rupkheda village has a total population of 906 people, consisting of 444 males and 462 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 185 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 378 literate and 528 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 810 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rupkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 906 | 444 | 462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 100 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 810 | 396 | 414 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 215 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 229 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Rupkheda
Rupkheda 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-East | 1.59 km |
| Piparkheda | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Rahadkot | East | 2.63 km |
| Julwaniya | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Baghwa | South | 3.14 km |
| Khurampura | West | 3.20 km |
| Panyadad [ghegaon] | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Jhiranya | West | 3.96 km |
| Segwal | North-West | 4.66 km |
| Anantpura | North | 4.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rupkheda
Public transport in the Rupkheda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anjad to Rupkheda is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Rupkheda is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rupkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rupkheda 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 Rupkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rupkheda 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 Rupkheda
Where is Rupkheda located?
Rupkheda village is located in Thikri Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rupkheda?
Rupkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rupkheda?
The pincode of Rupkheda is 451660.
What is the population of Rupkheda?
Rupkheda has a total population of 906, including 444 males and 462 females.
How many households are there in Rupkheda?
There are 172 households in Rupkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Rupkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rupkheda is 41.72%. Male literacy is 48.42% and female literacy is 35.28%.