Magarkhedi - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Magarkhedi is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Magarkhedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magarkhedi is 477156. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.25 hectares and falls under the 451228 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Magarkhedi 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 Magarkhedi
As per Census 2011, Magarkhedi village has a total population of 3,789 people, consisting of 1,937 males and 1,852 females. The village has 866 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 702 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,481 literate and 1,308 illiterate residents. Additionally, 596 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 348 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Magarkhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,789 | 1,937 | 1,852 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 702 | 351 | 351 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 596 | 303 | 293 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 348 | 177 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 2,481 | 1,421 | 1,060 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,308 | 516 | 792 |
Nearby Villages of Magarkhedi
Magarkhedi 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 Magarkhedi
Magarkhedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasrawad to Magarkhedi is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Magarkhedi is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Magarkhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magarkhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Magarkhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magarkhedi 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 Magarkhedi
Where is Magarkhedi located?
Magarkhedi village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Magarkhedi?
Magarkhedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Magarkhedi?
The pincode of Magarkhedi is 451228.
What is the population of Magarkhedi?
Magarkhedi has a total population of 3,789, including 1,937 males and 1,852 females.
How many households are there in Magarkhedi?
There are 866 households in Magarkhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Magarkhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magarkhedi is 65.48%. Male literacy is 73.36% and female literacy is 57.24%.