Syalkheda - Hatpiplya, Dewas
Syalkheda is a village situated in the Hatpiplya tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatpiplya and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Dhingarkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Syalkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Syalkheda is 474158. The village covers a total geographical area of 372.03 hectares and falls under the 455227 pincode. Hatpiplya is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Syalkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Syalkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Syalkheda village had a total population of 99 people, including 50 males and 49 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.98%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 20 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Syalkheda
Syalkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salkhedi | West | 1.65 km |
| Dhigarkheda | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Digod | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Baroli | North-West | 3.11 km |
| Dokarkheda | North-West | 3.24 km |
| Awrajsani | West | 3.72 km |
| Gusat | North | 3.81 km |
| Govindpura | North-East | 4.16 km |
| Jamanya | North-West | 4.18 km |
| Harjipura | North | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Syalkheda
Public transport in the Syalkheda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dewas, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hatpiplya to Syalkheda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Syalkheda 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 Syalkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Syalkheda 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 Syalkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Syalkheda 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Syalkheda
Where is Syalkheda located?
Syalkheda village is located in Hatpiplya Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Syalkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Syalkheda is Dhingarkheda.
What is the pincode of Syalkheda?
The pincode of Syalkheda is 455227.
What is the population of Syalkheda?
Syalkheda had a total population of 99, including 50 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Syalkheda?
Syalkheda had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Syalkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Syalkheda was 60.98%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 50.00%.