Haldi - Kukshi, Dhar
Haldi is a village situated in the Kukshi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kukshi and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Haldi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haldi is 475464. The village covers a total geographical area of 1079.91 hectares and falls under the 454331 pincode. Kukshi is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Haldi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Haldi
As per Census 2011, Haldi village has a total population of 2,458 people, consisting of 1,174 males and 1,284 females. The village has 419 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 384 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,101 literate and 1,357 illiterate residents. Additionally, 99 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,355 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haldi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,458 | 1,174 | 1,284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 384 | 189 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 55 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,355 | 1,117 | 1,238 |
| Literate Population | 1,101 | 587 | 514 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,357 | 587 | 770 |
Nearby Villages of Haldi
Haldi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chikli | North-West | 2.17 km |
| Girwanya | East | 2.44 km |
| Palasi | South | 2.83 km |
| Bhimpura | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Dholya | West | 3.32 km |
| Kadwal | North-West | 3.82 km |
| Salkheda | North | 4.31 km |
| Roja | East | 4.33 km |
| Mogara | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Umarkua | South-West | 4.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Haldi
Haldi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Chhota Udepur, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kukshi to Haldi is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Haldi is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haldi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haldi 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 Haldi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haldi 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 Haldi
Where is Haldi located?
Haldi village is located in Kukshi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haldi?
Haldi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Haldi?
The pincode of Haldi is 454331.
What is the population of Haldi?
Haldi has a total population of 2,458, including 1,174 males and 1,284 females.
How many households are there in Haldi?
There are 419 households in Haldi.
What is the literacy rate in Haldi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haldi is 44.79%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 40.03%.