Malakheda - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Malakheda is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Ektasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malakheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malakheda is 477408. The village covers a total geographical area of 617.45 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Malakheda 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 Malakheda
As per Census 2011, Malakheda village has a total population of 1,103 people, consisting of 586 males and 517 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 617 literate and 486 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 998 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malakheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,103 | 586 | 517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 113 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 998 | 530 | 468 |
| Literate Population | 617 | 373 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 486 | 213 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Malakheda
Malakheda 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 Malakheda
Malakheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Malakheda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Malakheda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Malakheda is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malakheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malakheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malakheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malakheda 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 Malakheda
Where is Malakheda located?
Malakheda village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malakheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Malakheda is Ektasa.
What is the pincode of Malakheda?
The pincode of Malakheda is 451331.
What is the population of Malakheda?
Malakheda has a total population of 1,103, including 586 males and 517 females.
How many households are there in Malakheda?
There are 198 households in Malakheda.
What is the literacy rate in Malakheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malakheda is 55.94%. Male literacy is 63.65% and female literacy is 47.20%.