Mehtya Khedi - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Mehtya Khedi is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Nuriyakhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehtya Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehtya Khedi is 477503. The village covers a total geographical area of 611.12 hectares and falls under the 451111 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Mehtya Khedi 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 Mehtya Khedi
As per Census 2011, Mehtya Khedi village has a total population of 626 people, consisting of 310 males and 316 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 277 literate and 349 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 608 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mehtya Khedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 626 | 310 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 608 | 301 | 307 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 175 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 135 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Mehtya Khedi
Mehtya Khedi 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 Mehtya Khedi
Mehtya Khedi 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhikangaon to Mehtya Khedi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Mehtya Khedi is about 68 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 Mehtya Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehtya Khedi 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mehtya Khedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehtya Khedi 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 Mehtya Khedi
Where is Mehtya Khedi located?
Mehtya Khedi village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehtya Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehtya Khedi is Nuriyakhedi.
What is the pincode of Mehtya Khedi?
The pincode of Mehtya Khedi is 451111.
What is the population of Mehtya Khedi?
Mehtya Khedi has a total population of 626, including 310 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Mehtya Khedi?
There are 122 households in Mehtya Khedi.
What is the literacy rate in Mehtya Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehtya Khedi is 44.25%. Male literacy is 56.45% and female literacy is 32.28%.