Paraskhedi - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Paraskhedi is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Padali Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Paraskhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Paraskhedi is 476596. The village covers a total geographical area of 193.32 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Paraskhedi 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 Paraskhedi
According to the 2011 Census, Paraskhedi village had a total population of 138 people, including 86 males and 52 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 605 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.46%, with male literacy at 67.16% and female literacy at 23.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 138 | 86 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 15 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 45 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 41 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Paraskhedi
Paraskhedi 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 Paraskhedi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Paraskhedi. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Paraskhedi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Paraskhedi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Paraskhedi 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 Paraskhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Paraskhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Paraskhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Paraskhedi 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 Paraskhedi
Where is Paraskhedi located?
Paraskhedi village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Paraskhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Paraskhedi is Padali Khurd.
What is the pincode of Paraskhedi?
The pincode of Paraskhedi is 451115.
What is the population of Paraskhedi?
Paraskhedi had a total population of 138, including 86 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Paraskhedi?
Paraskhedi had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paraskhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Paraskhedi was 50.46%. Male literacy was 67.16% and female literacy was 23.81%.