Kaldha - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Kaldha 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 65 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Kaldha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaldha is 477498. The village covers a total geographical area of 710.72 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kaldha 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 Kaldha
As per Census 2011, Kaldha village has a total population of 1,680 people, consisting of 838 males and 842 females. The village has 292 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 221 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 959 literate and 721 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 427 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaldha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,680 | 838 | 842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 221 | 120 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 65 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 427 | 207 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 959 | 564 | 395 |
| Illiterate Population | 721 | 274 | 447 |
Nearby Villages of Kaldha
Kaldha 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 Kaldha
Public transport in the Kaldha is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhikangaon to Kaldha is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Kaldha is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaldha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaldha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kaldha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaldha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kaldha
Where is Kaldha located?
Kaldha village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaldha?
Kaldha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kaldha?
The pincode of Kaldha is 451331.
What is the population of Kaldha?
Kaldha has a total population of 1,680, including 838 males and 842 females.
How many households are there in Kaldha?
There are 292 households in Kaldha.
What is the literacy rate in Kaldha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaldha is 57.08%. Male literacy is 67.30% and female literacy is 46.91%.