Dagakhedi - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Dagakhedi is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Raswa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dagakhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dagakhedi is 477172. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.59 hectares and falls under the 451001 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Dagakhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dagakhedi
According to the 2011 Census, Dagakhedi village had a total population of 844 people, including 409 males and 435 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 1,064 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.64%, with male literacy at 60.87% and female literacy at 42.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 822.
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 | 844 | 409 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 64 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 822 | 399 | 423 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 210 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 482 | 199 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Dagakhedi
Dagakhedi 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 Dagakhedi
Dagakhedi 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasrawad to Dagakhedi is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Dagakhedi is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dagakhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dagakhedi 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 Dagakhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dagakhedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dagakhedi
Where is Dagakhedi located?
Dagakhedi village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dagakhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dagakhedi is Raswa.
What is the pincode of Dagakhedi?
The pincode of Dagakhedi is 451001.
What is the population of Dagakhedi?
Dagakhedi had a total population of 844, including 409 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Dagakhedi?
Dagakhedi had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dagakhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dagakhedi was 51.64%. Male literacy was 60.87% and female literacy was 42.70%.