Untkheda - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Untkheda 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. Pokhar Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Untkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Untkheda is 477481. The village covers a total geographical area of 291.74 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Untkheda 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 Untkheda
As per Census 2011, Untkheda village has a total population of 492 people, consisting of 250 males and 242 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 187 literate and 305 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 491 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Untkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 492 | 250 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 59 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 491 | 250 | 241 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 96 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 154 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Untkheda
Untkheda 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 Untkheda
Untkheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Untkheda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Untkheda 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 Untkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Untkheda 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 Untkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Untkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Untkheda
Where is Untkheda located?
Untkheda village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Untkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Untkheda is Pokhar Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Untkheda?
The pincode of Untkheda is 451331.
What is the population of Untkheda?
Untkheda has a total population of 492, including 250 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Untkheda?
There are 75 households in Untkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Untkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Untkheda is 38.01%. Male literacy is 38.40% and female literacy is 37.60%.