Dagadkhedi - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Dagadkhedi is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Selda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dagadkhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dagadkhedi is 477431. The village covers a total geographical area of 276.46 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Dagadkhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dagadkhedi
According to the 2011 Census, Dagadkhedi village had a total population of 220 people, including 111 males and 109 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.07%, with male literacy at 40.91% and female literacy at 21.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 217.
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 | 220 | 111 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 217 | 109 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 36 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 75 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Dagadkhedi
Dagadkhedi 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 Dagadkhedi
Public transport in the Dagadkhedi is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Dagadkhedi.
| 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 Bhikangaon to Dagadkhedi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Dagadkhedi is about 34 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 Dagadkhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dagadkhedi 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 Dagadkhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dagadkhedi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dagadkhedi
Where is Dagadkhedi located?
Dagadkhedi village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dagadkhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dagadkhedi is Selda.
What is the pincode of Dagadkhedi?
The pincode of Dagadkhedi is 451331.
What is the population of Dagadkhedi?
Dagadkhedi had a total population of 220, including 111 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Dagadkhedi?
Dagadkhedi had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dagadkhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dagadkhedi was 31.07%. Male literacy was 40.91% and female literacy was 21.35%.