Dhalkheda - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Dhalkheda is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Balgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhalkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhalkheda is 477109. The village covers a total geographical area of 367.14 hectares and falls under the 451228 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dhalkheda 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 Dhalkheda
As per Census 2011, Dhalkheda village has a total population of 435 people, consisting of 217 males and 218 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 329 literate and 106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dhalkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 435 | 217 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 185 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 32 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Dhalkheda
Dhalkheda 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 Dhalkheda
Public transport in the Dhalkheda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dhalkheda is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Dhalkheda is about 49 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 Dhalkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhalkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dhalkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhalkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dhalkheda
Where is Dhalkheda located?
Dhalkheda village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhalkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhalkheda is Balgaon.
What is the pincode of Dhalkheda?
The pincode of Dhalkheda is 451228.
What is the population of Dhalkheda?
Dhalkheda has a total population of 435, including 217 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Dhalkheda?
There are 91 households in Dhalkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Dhalkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhalkheda is 75.63%. Male literacy is 85.25% and female literacy is 66.06%.