Koudiakhal - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Koudiakhal is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Sundrel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koudiakhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koudiakhal is 477488. The village covers a total geographical area of 392.88 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Koudiakhal 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 Koudiakhal
According to the 2011 Census, Koudiakhal village had a total population of 735 people, including 362 males and 373 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.88%, with male literacy at 61.15% and female literacy at 48.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 733.
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 | 735 | 362 | 373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 84 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 733 | 362 | 371 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 170 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 192 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Koudiakhal
Koudiakhal 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 Koudiakhal
Koudiakhal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Koudiakhal is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Koudiakhal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koudiakhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koudiakhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Koudiakhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koudiakhal 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 Koudiakhal
Where is Koudiakhal located?
Koudiakhal village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koudiakhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Koudiakhal is Sundrel.
What is the pincode of Koudiakhal?
The pincode of Koudiakhal is 451331.
What is the population of Koudiakhal?
Koudiakhal had a total population of 735, including 362 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Koudiakhal?
Koudiakhal had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koudiakhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koudiakhal was 54.88%. Male literacy was 61.15% and female literacy was 48.99%.