Saikhedi - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Saikhedi is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Saikhedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saikhedi is 477443. The village covers a total geographical area of 1197 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Saikhedi 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 Saikhedi
As per Census 2011, Saikhedi village has a total population of 2,662 people, consisting of 1,325 males and 1,337 females. The village has 552 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 343 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,695 literate and 967 illiterate residents. Additionally, 186 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 752 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saikhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,662 | 1,325 | 1,337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 168 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 98 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 752 | 337 | 415 |
| Literate Population | 1,695 | 976 | 719 |
| Illiterate Population | 967 | 349 | 618 |
Nearby Villages of Saikhedi
Saikhedi 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 Saikhedi
Saikhedi 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 Saikhedi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Saikhedi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saikhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saikhedi 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 Saikhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saikhedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saikhedi
Where is Saikhedi located?
Saikhedi village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saikhedi?
Saikhedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saikhedi?
The pincode of Saikhedi is 451331.
What is the population of Saikhedi?
Saikhedi has a total population of 2,662, including 1,325 males and 1,337 females.
How many households are there in Saikhedi?
There are 552 households in Saikhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Saikhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saikhedi is 63.67%. Male literacy is 73.66% and female literacy is 53.78%.