Nankheda - Pandhana, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Nankheda is a village situated in the Pandhana tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandhana and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Nankheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nankheda is 506147. The village covers a total geographical area of 2219.51 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Pandhana is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Nankheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nankheda
As per Census 2011, Nankheda village has a total population of 4,531 people, consisting of 2,344 males and 2,187 females. The village has 896 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 905 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,670 literate and 2,861 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,499 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nankheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,531 | 2,344 | 2,187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 905 | 483 | 422 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 110 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,499 | 1,280 | 1,219 |
| Literate Population | 1,670 | 1,039 | 631 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,861 | 1,305 | 1,556 |
Nearby Villages of Nankheda
Nankheda 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 Nankheda
Nankheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Pandhana to Nankheda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Nankheda is about 38 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 Nankheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nankheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nankheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nankheda 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nankheda
Where is Nankheda located?
Nankheda village is located in Pandhana Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nankheda?
Nankheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nankheda?
The pincode of Nankheda is 450001.
What is the population of Nankheda?
Nankheda has a total population of 4,531, including 2,344 males and 2,187 females.
How many households are there in Nankheda?
There are 896 households in Nankheda.
What is the literacy rate in Nankheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nankheda is 36.86%. Male literacy is 44.33% and female literacy is 28.85%.