Dudhkheda - Varla, Barwani
Dudhkheda is a village situated in the Varla tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Varla and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Ghegaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dudhkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dudhkheda is 478670. The village covers a total geographical area of 685.45 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Dudhkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sendhawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dudhkheda
As per Census 2011, Dudhkheda village has a total population of 1,753 people, consisting of 896 males and 857 females. The village has 289 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 354 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 571 literate and 1,182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,690 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dudhkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,753 | 896 | 857 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 354 | 186 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,690 | 860 | 830 |
| Literate Population | 571 | 358 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,182 | 538 | 644 |
Nearby Villages of Dudhkheda
Dudhkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dugani | East | 2.15 km |
| Balwadi | West | 2.52 km |
| Deoli | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Ghegaon | South-West | 3.36 km |
| Kermala | North | 3.91 km |
| Chikhali | South | 4.36 km |
| Rajangaon | South | 4.86 km |
| Warla | South-West | 5.38 km |
| Khutwadi | West | 5.93 km |
| Belghat | South-East | 5.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dudhkheda
Dudhkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhortex, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.1 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 Sendhwa to Dudhkheda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Dudhkheda is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dudhkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dudhkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dudhkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dudhkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dudhkheda
Where is Dudhkheda located?
Dudhkheda village is located in Varla Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dudhkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dudhkheda is Ghegaon.
What is the pincode of Dudhkheda?
The pincode of Dudhkheda is 451666.
What is the population of Dudhkheda?
Dudhkheda has a total population of 1,753, including 896 males and 857 females.
How many households are there in Dudhkheda?
There are 289 households in Dudhkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Dudhkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dudhkheda is 32.57%. Male literacy is 39.96% and female literacy is 24.85%.