Melkheda
About Melkheda
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Melkheda village is 469450. Melkheda village is located in Shamgarh tehsil of Mandsaur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Shamgarh (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Mandsaur. As per 2009 stats, Melkheda village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 670 hectares. Melkheda has a total population of 3,867 peoples, out of which male population is 1,988 while female population is 1,879. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 945 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of melkheda village is 65.50% out of which 77.11% males and 53.22% females are literate. There are about 866 houses in melkheda village.
When it comes to administration, Melkheda village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Melkheda village comes under Garoth Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandsour Lok Sabha constituency. Shamgarh is nearest town to melkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Melkheda
The population details of Melkheda cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,867 | 1,988 | 1,879 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 488 | 248 | 240 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 619 | 313 | 306 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,533 | 1,533 | 1,000 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,334 | 455 | 879 |
Connectivity of Melkheda
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Melkheda
Where is Melkheda located?
Melkheda village is situated in Shamgarh Tehsil, within the Mandsaur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melkheda?
Melkheda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Melkheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Melkheda is 3,867, with 1,988 males and 1,879 females.
How many households are there in Melkheda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Melkheda village has a total of 866 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melkheda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Melkheda is 65.50%. The male literacy rate is 77.11%, while the female literacy rate is 53.22%.