Andad - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Andad is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Andad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andad is 477378. The village covers a total geographical area of 795.5 hectares and falls under the 451335 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Andad 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 Andad
As per Census 2011, Andad village has a total population of 1,983 people, consisting of 1,006 males and 977 females. The village has 396 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 245 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,193 literate and 790 illiterate residents. Additionally, 403 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,983 | 1,006 | 977 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 135 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 403 | 198 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 1,193 | 717 | 476 |
| Illiterate Population | 790 | 289 | 501 |
Nearby Villages of Andad
Andad 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 Andad
Andad 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 | 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 Andad is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Andad is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andad 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Andad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andad 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Andad
Where is Andad located?
Andad village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andad?
Andad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Andad?
The pincode of Andad is 451335.
What is the population of Andad?
Andad has a total population of 1,983, including 1,006 males and 977 females.
How many households are there in Andad?
There are 396 households in Andad.
What is the literacy rate in Andad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andad is 60.16%. Male literacy is 71.27% and female literacy is 48.72%.