Mehatakhedi - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Mehatakhedi is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Katghada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehatakhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehatakhedi is 476746. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.61 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Mehatakhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mehatakhedi
As per Census 2011, Mehatakhedi village has a total population of 611 people, consisting of 307 males and 304 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 265 literate and 346 illiterate residents. Additionally, 281 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mehatakhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 611 | 307 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 50 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 281 | 141 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 175 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 132 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Mehatakhedi
Mehatakhedi 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 Mehatakhedi
Mehatakhedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Mehatakhedi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Mehatakhedi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Mehatakhedi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehatakhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehatakhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mehatakhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehatakhedi 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mehatakhedi
Where is Mehatakhedi located?
Mehatakhedi village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehatakhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehatakhedi is Katghada.
What is the pincode of Mehatakhedi?
The pincode of Mehatakhedi is 451115.
What is the population of Mehatakhedi?
Mehatakhedi has a total population of 611, including 307 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Mehatakhedi?
There are 127 households in Mehatakhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Mehatakhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehatakhedi is 43.37%. Male literacy is 57.00% and female literacy is 29.61%.