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
According to the 2011 Census, Bandikhar village had a total population of 981 people, including 485 males and 496 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.30%, with male literacy at 88.56% and female literacy at 60.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 79, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 229.
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 | 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 had a total population of 981, including 485 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Bandikhar?
Bandikhar had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandikhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandikhar was 74.30%. Male literacy was 88.56% and female literacy was 60.76%.