Dhakbedi - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Dhakbedi is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Sanghavi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhakbedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhakbedi is 477467. The village covers a total geographical area of 212.54 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Dhakbedi 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 Dhakbedi
According to the 2011 Census, Dhakbedi village had a total population of 413 people, including 209 males and 204 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.77%, with male literacy at 58.24% and female literacy at 47.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 413.
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 | 413 | 209 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 413 | 209 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 99 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 110 | 122 |
Nearby Villages of Dhakbedi
Dhakbedi 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 Dhakbedi
Dhakbedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Dhakbedi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhikangaon to Dhakbedi is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Dhakbedi is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhakbedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhakbedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dhakbedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhakbedi 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 Dhakbedi
Where is Dhakbedi located?
Dhakbedi village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhakbedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhakbedi is Sanghavi.
What is the pincode of Dhakbedi?
The pincode of Dhakbedi is 451331.
What is the population of Dhakbedi?
Dhakbedi had a total population of 413, including 209 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Dhakbedi?
Dhakbedi had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhakbedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhakbedi was 52.77%. Male literacy was 58.24% and female literacy was 47.40%.