Maharajkhedi - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Maharajkhedi is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Balkhad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maharajkhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maharajkhedi is 477102. The village covers a total geographical area of 243.62 hectares and falls under the 451228 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Maharajkhedi 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 Maharajkhedi
According to the 2011 Census, Maharajkhedi village had a total population of 1,068 people, including 559 males and 509 females, living in 207 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.98%, with male literacy at 75.28% and female literacy at 54.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 49.
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 | 1,068 | 559 | 509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 106 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 31 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 577 | 341 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 218 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Maharajkhedi
Maharajkhedi 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 Maharajkhedi
Maharajkhedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Maharajkhedi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Maharajkhedi is about 50 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 Maharajkhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maharajkhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maharajkhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maharajkhedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Maharajkhedi
Where is Maharajkhedi located?
Maharajkhedi village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Maharajkhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Maharajkhedi is Balkhad.
What is the pincode of Maharajkhedi?
The pincode of Maharajkhedi is 451228.
What is the population of Maharajkhedi?
Maharajkhedi had a total population of 1,068, including 559 males and 509 females.
How many households are there in Maharajkhedi?
Maharajkhedi had 207 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maharajkhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maharajkhedi was 64.98%. Male literacy was 75.28% and female literacy was 54.25%.