Sathkheda Village - Garoth, Mandsaur
Sathkheda is a village situated in the Garoth tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garoth and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Sathkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sathkheda is 469349. The village covers a total geographical area of 1221.79 hectares and falls under the 458880 pincode. Garoth is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sathkheda 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 Sathkheda
As per Census 2011, Sathkheda village has a total population of 3,623 people, consisting of 1,876 males and 1,747 females. The village has 726 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 479 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,333 literate and 1,290 illiterate residents. Additionally, 339 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sathkheda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,623 | 1,876 | 1,747 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 479 | 251 | 228 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 339 | 178 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,333 | 1,464 | 869 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,290 | 412 | 878 |
Nearby Villages of Sathkheda
Sathkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Semli Rupa | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Panwadi | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Ranayara | North-East | 2.97 km |
| Kundlakhurd | South | 3.09 km |
| Khajuri Runda | East | 3.65 km |
| Baghuniya | South-West | 3.65 km |
| Guradiya Narsingh | North | 4.04 km |
| Punyakhedi | North-West | 4.18 km |
| Dhamanya Jhali | North | 4.31 km |
| Pipaliya Raja | North-West | 4.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sathkheda
Sathkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Garot, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Garoth to Sathkheda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Sathkheda is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sathkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sathkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sathkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sathkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sathkheda
Where is Sathkheda located?
Sathkheda village is located in Garoth Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sathkheda?
Sathkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sathkheda?
The pincode of Sathkheda is 458880.
What is the population of Sathkheda?
Sathkheda has a total population of 3,623, including 1,876 males and 1,747 females.
How many households are there in Sathkheda?
There are 726 households in Sathkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Sathkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sathkheda is 64.39%. Male literacy is 78.04% and female literacy is 49.74%.