Thuwakhedi - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Thuwakhedi is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Jalkha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thuwakhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thuwakhedi is 477203. The village covers a total geographical area of 357.85 hectares and falls under the 451228 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Thuwakhedi 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 Thuwakhedi
According to the 2011 Census, Thuwakhedi village had a total population of 49 people, including 22 males and 27 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,227 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.53%, with male literacy at 35.29% and female literacy at 11.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
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 | 49 | 22 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 16 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Thuwakhedi
Thuwakhedi 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 Thuwakhedi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Thuwakhedi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasrawad to Thuwakhedi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Thuwakhedi 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 Thuwakhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thuwakhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Thuwakhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thuwakhedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Thuwakhedi
Where is Thuwakhedi located?
Thuwakhedi village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thuwakhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Thuwakhedi is Jalkha.
What is the pincode of Thuwakhedi?
The pincode of Thuwakhedi is 451228.
What is the population of Thuwakhedi?
Thuwakhedi had a total population of 49, including 22 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Thuwakhedi?
Thuwakhedi had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thuwakhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thuwakhedi was 23.53%. Male literacy was 35.29% and female literacy was 11.76%.