Machhu Khedi - Sanwer, Indore

Machhu Khedi is a village situated in the Sanwer tehsil of Indore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from Sawer and around 37 km from Indore. Makodiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Machhu Khedi village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Machhu Khedi is 476228. The village covers a total geographical area of 356.67 hectares and falls under the 453551 pincode. Sawer is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.

Machhu Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.

Population of Machhu Khedi

According to the 2011 Census, Machhu Khedi village had a total population of 1,378 people, including 680 males and 698 females, living in 202 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.15%, with male literacy at 70.05% and female literacy at 46.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 168, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Machhu Khedi

Machhu Khedi 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Machhu Khedi

Machhu Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Binjana, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.0 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sawer to Machhu Khedi is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Indore to Machhu Khedi is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Machhu Khedi

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machhu Khedi village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Machhu Khedi

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machhu Khedi village are given below:

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