Damkheda - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Damkheda is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Baddiyasurta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damkheda is 477069. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.66 hectares and falls under the 451224 pincode. Mandleshwar is the nearest town.
Damkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Damkheda
As per Census 2011, Damkheda village has a total population of 391 people, consisting of 194 males and 197 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 283 literate and 108 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Damkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 391 | 194 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 13 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 162 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 32 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Damkheda
Damkheda 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 Damkheda
Damkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Damkheda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Khargone to Damkheda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Damkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Damkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Damkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Damkheda
Where is Damkheda located?
Damkheda village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Damkheda is Baddiyasurta.
What is the pincode of Damkheda?
The pincode of Damkheda is 451224.
What is the population of Damkheda?
Damkheda has a total population of 391, including 194 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Damkheda?
There are 64 households in Damkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Damkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damkheda is 72.38%. Male literacy is 83.51% and female literacy is 61.42%.