Borkhedi Redka - Shamgarh, Mandsaur
Borkhedi Redka is a village situated in the Shamgarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shamgarh and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Borkhedi Redka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Borkhedi Redka is 469466. The village covers a total geographical area of 458.87 hectares and falls under the 458883 pincode. Shamgarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Borkhedi Redka 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 Redka
According to the 2011 Census, Borkhedi Redka village had a total population of 1,100 people, including 583 males and 517 females, living in 244 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.04%, with male literacy at 78.31% and female literacy at 39.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 287.
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 | 1,100 | 583 | 517 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 99 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 151 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 379 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 547 | 204 | 343 |
Nearby Villages of Borkhedi Redka
Borkhedi Redka 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 Redka
Borkhedi Redka is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Redka is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Borkhedi Redka is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Borkhedi Redka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Borkhedi Redka 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 Redka
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 Redka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Borkhedi Redka
Where is Borkhedi Redka located?
Borkhedi Redka village is located in Shamgarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Borkhedi Redka?
Borkhedi Redka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Borkhedi Redka?
The pincode of Borkhedi Redka is 458883.
What is the population of Borkhedi Redka?
Borkhedi Redka had a total population of 1,100, including 583 males and 517 females.
How many households are there in Borkhedi Redka?
Borkhedi Redka had 244 households.
What is the literacy rate in Borkhedi Redka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Borkhedi Redka was 60.04%. Male literacy was 78.31% and female literacy was 39.82%.