Ahir Kheda - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Ahir Kheda is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Ahirkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ahir Kheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahir Kheda is 477386. The village covers a total geographical area of 708.46 hectares and falls under the 451113 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ahir Kheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ahir Kheda
As per Census 2011, Ahir Kheda village has a total population of 1,920 people, consisting of 932 males and 988 females. The village has 347 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 338 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,044 literate and 876 illiterate residents. Additionally, 240 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 662 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ahir Kheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,920 | 932 | 988 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 165 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 240 | 116 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 662 | 282 | 380 |
| Literate Population | 1,044 | 598 | 446 |
| Illiterate Population | 876 | 334 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Ahir Kheda
Ahir Kheda 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 Ahir Kheda
Ahir Kheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhikangaon to Ahir Kheda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Ahir Kheda is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ahir Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahir Kheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ahir Kheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ahir Kheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ahir Kheda
Where is Ahir Kheda located?
Ahir Kheda village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ahir Kheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ahir Kheda is Ahirkheda.
What is the pincode of Ahir Kheda?
The pincode of Ahir Kheda is 451113.
What is the population of Ahir Kheda?
Ahir Kheda has a total population of 1,920, including 932 males and 988 females.
How many households are there in Ahir Kheda?
There are 347 households in Ahir Kheda.
What is the literacy rate in Ahir Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahir Kheda is 54.38%. Male literacy is 64.16% and female literacy is 45.14%.