Borkhedi Ghata - Shamgarh, Mandsaur
Borkhedi Ghata is a village situated in the Shamgarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shamgarh and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Farasli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Borkhedi Ghata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borkhedi Ghata is 469472. The village covers a total geographical area of 360.39 hectares and falls under the 458883 pincode. Shamgarh is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Borkhedi Ghata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Borkhedi Ghata
As per Census 2011, Borkhedi Ghata village has a total population of 1,114 people, consisting of 540 males and 574 females. The village has 228 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 528 literate and 586 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Borkhedi Ghata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,114 | 540 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 77 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 528 | 331 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 586 | 209 | 377 |
Nearby Villages of Borkhedi Ghata
Borkhedi Ghata 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 Borkhedi Ghata
Borkhedi Ghata 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 >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 Shamgarh to Borkhedi Ghata is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Borkhedi Ghata is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borkhedi Ghata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borkhedi Ghata 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Borkhedi Ghata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Borkhedi Ghata 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 Borkhedi Ghata
Where is Borkhedi Ghata located?
Borkhedi Ghata village is located in Shamgarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Borkhedi Ghata?
The Gram Panchayat of Borkhedi Ghata is Farasli.
What is the pincode of Borkhedi Ghata?
The pincode of Borkhedi Ghata is 458883.
What is the population of Borkhedi Ghata?
Borkhedi Ghata has a total population of 1,114, including 540 males and 574 females.
How many households are there in Borkhedi Ghata?
There are 228 households in Borkhedi Ghata.
What is the literacy rate in Borkhedi Ghata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borkhedi Ghata is 47.40%. Male literacy is 61.30% and female literacy is 34.32%.