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
According to the 2011 Census, Medhagarh village had a total population of 1,364 people, including 693 males and 671 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.47%, with male literacy at 49.56% and female literacy at 39.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,276.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,364, including 693 males and 671 females.
How many households are there in Medhagarh?
Medhagarh had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Medhagarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medhagarh was 44.47%. Male literacy was 49.56% and female literacy was 39.33%.