Mahetya Khedi - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Mahetya Khedi is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Gadgyaam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahetya Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahetya Khedi is 477976. The village covers a total geographical area of 336.74 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Mahetya Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mahetya Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Mahetya Khedi village had a total population of 667 people, including 331 males and 336 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.28%, with male literacy at 37.01% and female literacy at 27.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 432.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 667 | 331 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 77 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 432 | 203 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 94 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 504 | 237 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Mahetya Khedi
Mahetya 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 Mahetya Khedi
Mahetya 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhiranya to Mahetya Khedi is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Mahetya Khedi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahetya Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahetya Khedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahetya 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 Mahetya Khedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahetya Khedi
Where is Mahetya Khedi located?
Mahetya Khedi village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahetya Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahetya Khedi is Gadgyaam.
What is the pincode of Mahetya Khedi?
The pincode of Mahetya Khedi is 451332.
What is the population of Mahetya Khedi?
Mahetya Khedi had a total population of 667, including 331 males and 336 females.
How many households are there in Mahetya Khedi?
Mahetya Khedi had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahetya Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahetya Khedi was 32.28%. Male literacy was 37.01% and female literacy was 27.49%.