Takhatpur - Malhargarh, Mandsaur
Takhatpur is a village situated in the Malhargarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malhargarh and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Kachriya Kadmala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Takhatpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Takhatpur is 469261. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.96 hectares and falls under the 458556 pincode. Narayangarh is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Takhatpur 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 Takhatpur
According to the 2011 Census, Takhatpur village had a total population of 219 people, including 112 males and 107 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.56%, with male literacy at 83.96% and female literacy at 44.00%.
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 | 219 | 112 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 89 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 23 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Takhatpur
Takhatpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sohangara | North-East | 1.24 km |
| Beed Nirdhari | South | 2.01 km |
| Nagadpipalya | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Ranayra | North | 3.34 km |
| Abakhedi | East | 3.53 km |
| Padliyamaru | South-East | 3.57 km |
| Nirdhari | South | 3.62 km |
| Dhabla | West | 4.55 km |
| Billaud | East | 4.59 km |
| Talabpipalya | North-West | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Takhatpur
Takhatpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sindpan, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narayangarh to Takhatpur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Takhatpur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Takhatpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Takhatpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Takhatpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Takhatpur 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 Takhatpur
Where is Takhatpur located?
Takhatpur village is located in Malhargarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Takhatpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Takhatpur is Kachriya Kadmala.
What is the pincode of Takhatpur?
The pincode of Takhatpur is 458556.
What is the population of Takhatpur?
Takhatpur had a total population of 219, including 112 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Takhatpur?
Takhatpur had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Takhatpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Takhatpur was 64.56%. Male literacy was 83.96% and female literacy was 44.00%.