Mahudipada (Gangakhedi) - Petlawad, Jhabua
Mahudipada (Gangakhedi) is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Ganga Khedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahudipada (Gangakhedi) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahudipada (Gangakhedi) is 504249. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.1 hectares and falls under the 457770 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Mahudipada (Gangakhedi) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahudipada (Gangakhedi)
According to the 2011 Census, Mahudipada (Gangakhedi) village had a total population of 601 people, including 300 males and 301 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.53%, with male literacy at 48.87% and female literacy at 27.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 601.
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 | 601 | 300 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 79 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 601 | 300 | 301 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 108 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 428 | 192 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Mahudipada (Gangakhedi)
Mahudipada (Gangakhedi) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mahudipada (Gangakhedi)
Mahudipada (Gangakhedi) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Petlawad to Mahudipada (Gangakhedi) is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Mahudipada (Gangakhedi) 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 Mahudipada (Gangakhedi)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahudipada (Gangakhedi) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahudipada (Gangakhedi)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahudipada (Gangakhedi) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mahudipada (Gangakhedi)
Where is Mahudipada (Gangakhedi) located?
Mahudipada (Gangakhedi) village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahudipada (Gangakhedi)?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahudipada (Gangakhedi) is Ganga Khedi.
What is the pincode of Mahudipada (Gangakhedi)?
The pincode of Mahudipada (Gangakhedi) is 457770.
What is the population of Mahudipada (Gangakhedi)?
Mahudipada (Gangakhedi) had a total population of 601, including 300 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Mahudipada (Gangakhedi)?
Mahudipada (Gangakhedi) had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahudipada (Gangakhedi)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahudipada (Gangakhedi) was 37.53%. Male literacy was 48.87% and female literacy was 27.08%.