Bhilkhedi - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Bhilkhedi is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Machalpura Khur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhilkhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhilkhedi is 476671. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.9 hectares and falls under the 451225 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bhilkhedi 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 Bhilkhedi
As per Census 2011, Bhilkhedi village has a total population of 538 people, consisting of 274 males and 264 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 316 literate and 222 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhilkhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 538 | 274 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 39 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 46 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 316 | 192 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 82 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Bhilkhedi
Bhilkhedi 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 Bhilkhedi
Bhilkhedi 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Bhilkhedi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Bhilkhedi 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 Bhilkhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhilkhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhilkhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhilkhedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhilkhedi
Where is Bhilkhedi located?
Bhilkhedi village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhilkhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhilkhedi is Machalpura Khur.
What is the pincode of Bhilkhedi?
The pincode of Bhilkhedi is 451225.
What is the population of Bhilkhedi?
Bhilkhedi has a total population of 538, including 274 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Bhilkhedi?
There are 90 households in Bhilkhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Bhilkhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhilkhedi is 58.74%. Male literacy is 70.07% and female literacy is 46.97%.