Gadi - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Gadi is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Nandra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadi is 476977. The village covers a total geographical area of 173 hectares and falls under the 451224 pincode. Mandleshwar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gadi
As per Census 2011, Gadi village has a total population of 1,102 people, consisting of 545 males and 557 females. The village has 260 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 589 literate and 513 illiterate residents. Additionally, 347 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 134 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,102 | 545 | 557 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 91 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 347 | 176 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 134 | 64 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 589 | 339 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 206 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Gadi
Gadi 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 Gadi
Gadi 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 >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 Gadi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Gadi is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gadi
Where is Gadi located?
Gadi village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gadi is Nandra.
What is the pincode of Gadi?
The pincode of Gadi is 451224.
What is the population of Gadi?
Gadi has a total population of 1,102, including 545 males and 557 females.
How many households are there in Gadi?
There are 260 households in Gadi.
What is the literacy rate in Gadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadi is 53.45%. Male literacy is 62.20% and female literacy is 44.88%.