Medhagarh - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Medhagarh is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Medhagarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medhagarh is 477950. The village covers a total geographical area of 335.3 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Medhagarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Medhagarh
As per Census 2011, Medhagarh village has a total population of 1,364 people, consisting of 693 males and 671 females. The village has 196 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 224 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 507 literate and 857 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,276 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Medhagarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,364 | 693 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 120 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 20 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,276 | 655 | 621 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 284 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 857 | 409 | 448 |
Nearby Villages of Medhagarh
Medhagarh 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 Medhagarh
Medhagarh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. Medhagarh has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jhiranya to Medhagarh is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Medhagarh is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Medhagarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medhagarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Medhagarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Medhagarh 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 Medhagarh
Where is Medhagarh located?
Medhagarh village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Medhagarh?
Medhagarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Medhagarh?
The pincode of Medhagarh is 451332.
What is the population of Medhagarh?
Medhagarh has a total population of 1,364, including 693 males and 671 females.
How many households are there in Medhagarh?
There are 196 households in Medhagarh.
What is the literacy rate in Medhagarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medhagarh is 37.17%. Male literacy is 40.98% and female literacy is 33.23%.