Kharkheda - Garoth, Mandsaur
Kharkheda is a village situated in the Garoth tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garoth and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Kharkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharkheda is 469413. The village covers a total geographical area of 493.24 hectares and falls under the 458880 pincode. Garoth is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kharkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garoth Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharkheda
As per Census 2011, Kharkheda village has a total population of 674 people, consisting of 344 males and 330 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 361 literate and 313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 244 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 674 | 344 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 129 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 361 | 230 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 114 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Kharkheda
Kharkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalakheda | North | 1.52 km |
| Farnyakhedi | South-East | 2.26 km |
| Haripura | East | 2.39 km |
| Junapani Pawati | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Kothada Buzurg | North-East | 3.77 km |
| Boliya | East | 4.31 km |
| Palkhanda | South | 4.44 km |
| Vishaniya | South | 4.53 km |
| Khajuri Panth | West | 4.88 km |
| Piplyaghata | South-East | 5.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kharkheda
Kharkheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Garot, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Garoth to Kharkheda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Kharkheda is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharkheda 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 Kharkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharkheda 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 Kharkheda
Where is Kharkheda located?
Kharkheda village is located in Garoth Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharkheda?
Kharkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kharkheda?
The pincode of Kharkheda is 458880.
What is the population of Kharkheda?
Kharkheda has a total population of 674, including 344 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Kharkheda?
There are 166 households in Kharkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Kharkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharkheda is 53.56%. Male literacy is 66.86% and female literacy is 39.70%.