Maksi - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Maksi is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Makhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maksi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maksi is 476887. The village covers a total geographical area of 388.69 hectares and falls under the 451224 pincode. Maheshwar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Maksi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Maksi
According to the 2011 Census, Maksi village had a total population of 1,909 people, including 976 males and 933 females, living in 423 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.88%, with male literacy at 48.86% and female literacy at 32.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,593.
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 | 1,909 | 976 | 933 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 141 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,593 | 812 | 781 |
| Literate Population | 668 | 408 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,241 | 568 | 673 |
Nearby Villages of Maksi
Maksi 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 Maksi
Maksi 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 Maheshwar to Maksi is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Maksi 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 Maksi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maksi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Maksi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maksi 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Maksi
Where is Maksi located?
Maksi village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Maksi?
The Gram Panchayat of Maksi is Makhi.
What is the pincode of Maksi?
The pincode of Maksi is 451224.
What is the population of Maksi?
Maksi had a total population of 1,909, including 976 males and 933 females.
How many households are there in Maksi?
Maksi had 423 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maksi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maksi was 40.88%. Male literacy was 48.86% and female literacy was 32.54%.