Ahilypura - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Ahilypura is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Bhudri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ahilypura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahilypura is 476960. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.75 hectares and falls under the 450554 pincode. Maheshwar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ahilypura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ahilypura
According to the 2011 Census, Ahilypura village had a total population of 64 people, including 33 males and 31 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.00%, with male literacy at 47.83% and female literacy at 44.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 60.
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 | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 22 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Ahilypura
Ahilypura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gordhanpura | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Bhudri | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Mathnaya | East | 2.33 km |
| Bhagdara | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Gulawad | South | 3.46 km |
| Rangun | South-East | 4.70 km |
| Somakhedi | South-West | 4.72 km |
| Mardhori | South | 4.94 km |
| Krodiya Bujurg | East | 5.02 km |
| Veklya | North-West | 5.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ahilypura
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Ahilypura. The nearest railway station is Kalkund, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maheshwar to Ahilypura is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Ahilypura is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ahilypura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahilypura 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 Ahilypura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ahilypura 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ahilypura
Where is Ahilypura located?
Ahilypura village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ahilypura?
The Gram Panchayat of Ahilypura is Bhudri.
What is the pincode of Ahilypura?
The pincode of Ahilypura is 450554.
What is the population of Ahilypura?
Ahilypura had a total population of 64, including 33 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Ahilypura?
Ahilypura had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ahilypura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahilypura was 46.00%. Male literacy was 47.83% and female literacy was 44.44%.