Lalkheda - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Lalkheda 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. Lalkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lalkheda is 477484. The village covers a total geographical area of 929.58 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lalkheda 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 Lalkheda
As per Census 2011, Lalkheda village has a total population of 2,159 people, consisting of 1,128 males and 1,031 females. The village has 468 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 303 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,351 literate and 808 illiterate residents. Additionally, 247 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 741 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lalkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,159 | 1,128 | 1,031 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 166 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 135 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 741 | 387 | 354 |
| Literate Population | 1,351 | 800 | 551 |
| Illiterate Population | 808 | 328 | 480 |
Nearby Villages of Lalkheda
Lalkheda 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 Lalkheda
Lalkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Lalkheda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Lalkheda 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 Lalkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lalkheda 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 Lalkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lalkheda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lalkheda
Where is Lalkheda located?
Lalkheda village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lalkheda?
Lalkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lalkheda?
The pincode of Lalkheda is 451331.
What is the population of Lalkheda?
Lalkheda has a total population of 2,159, including 1,128 males and 1,031 females.
How many households are there in Lalkheda?
There are 468 households in Lalkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Lalkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lalkheda is 62.58%. Male literacy is 70.92% and female literacy is 53.44%.