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
According to the 2011 Census, Magarkhedi village had a total population of 3,789 people, including 1,937 males and 1,852 females, living in 866 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.37%, with male literacy at 89.60% and female literacy at 70.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 596, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 348.
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 | 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 had a total population of 3,789, including 1,937 males and 1,852 females.
How many households are there in Magarkhedi?
Magarkhedi had 866 households.
What is the literacy rate in Magarkhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magarkhedi was 80.37%. Male literacy was 89.60% and female literacy was 70.62%.