Bandikhar - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Bandikhar is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Badikhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandikhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandikhar is 476584. The village covers a total geographical area of 281.32 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Bandikhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maheshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bandikhar
As per Census 2011, Bandikhar village has a total population of 981 people, consisting of 485 males and 496 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 613 literate and 368 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 229 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandikhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 981 | 485 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 83 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 36 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 122 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 613 | 356 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 129 | 239 |
Nearby Villages of Bandikhar
Bandikhar 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 Bandikhar
Bandikhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Bandikhar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Bandikhar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Bandikhar is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandikhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandikhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bandikhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bandikhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Bandikhar
Where is Bandikhar located?
Bandikhar village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandikhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandikhar is Badikhar.
What is the pincode of Bandikhar?
The pincode of Bandikhar is 451115.
What is the population of Bandikhar?
Bandikhar has a total population of 981, including 485 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Bandikhar?
There are 192 households in Bandikhar.
What is the literacy rate in Bandikhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandikhar is 62.49%. Male literacy is 73.40% and female literacy is 51.81%.