Makadkheda - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Makadkheda is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Makadkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makadkheda is 477123. The village covers a total geographical area of 800.07 hectares and falls under the 451228 pincode. Mandleshwar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Makadkheda 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 Makadkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Makadkheda village had a total population of 2,312 people, including 1,171 males and 1,141 females, living in 460 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.75%, with male literacy at 75.08% and female literacy at 54.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 755, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 343.
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 | 2,312 | 1,171 | 1,141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 346 | 172 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 755 | 383 | 372 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 343 | 173 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 1,273 | 750 | 523 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,039 | 421 | 618 |
Nearby Villages of Makadkheda
Makadkheda 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 Makadkheda
Makadkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Mandleshwar to Makadkheda is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Makadkheda is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makadkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makadkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Makadkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makadkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Makadkheda
Where is Makadkheda located?
Makadkheda village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Makadkheda?
Makadkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Makadkheda?
The pincode of Makadkheda is 451228.
What is the population of Makadkheda?
Makadkheda had a total population of 2,312, including 1,171 males and 1,141 females.
How many households are there in Makadkheda?
Makadkheda had 460 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makadkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makadkheda was 64.75%. Male literacy was 75.08% and female literacy was 54.08%.