Napakheda - Malhargarh, Mandsaur
Napakheda is a village situated in the Malhargarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malhargarh and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Napakheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Napakheda is 469267. The village covers a total geographical area of 368.55 hectares and falls under the 458556 pincode. Narayangarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Napakheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malhargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Napakheda
According to the 2011 Census, Napakheda village had a total population of 1,694 people, including 846 males and 848 females, living in 389 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.72%, with male literacy at 79.97% and female literacy at 45.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 809.
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 | 1,694 | 846 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 137 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 809 | 402 | 407 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 895 | 567 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 799 | 279 | 520 |
Nearby Villages of Napakheda
Napakheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Piplyajodha | East | 2.08 km |
| Ranayra | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Takrawad | North | 2.60 km |
| Nagadpipalya | South | 2.79 km |
| Garrawad | West | 2.88 km |
| Aardi | East | 3.34 km |
| Khedakalyakhedi | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Sohangara | South | 3.80 km |
| Talabpipalya | West | 4.55 km |
| Chillodpipalya | North-West | 4.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Napakheda
Napakheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sindpan, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Narayangarh to Napakheda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Napakheda is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Napakheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Napakheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Napakheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Napakheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Napakheda
Where is Napakheda located?
Napakheda village is located in Malhargarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Napakheda?
Napakheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Napakheda?
The pincode of Napakheda is 458556.
What is the population of Napakheda?
Napakheda had a total population of 1,694, including 846 males and 848 females.
How many households are there in Napakheda?
Napakheda had 389 households.
What is the literacy rate in Napakheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Napakheda was 62.72%. Male literacy was 79.97% and female literacy was 45.68%.