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
As per Census 2011, Maharajkhedi village has a total population of 1,068 people, consisting of 559 males and 509 females. The village has 207 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 577 literate and 491 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 49 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maharajkhedi are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,068, including 559 males and 509 females.
How many households are there in Maharajkhedi?
There are 207 households in Maharajkhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Maharajkhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maharajkhedi is 54.03%. Male literacy is 61.00% and female literacy is 46.37%.