Nalkheda - Shamgarh, Mandsaur
Nalkheda is a village situated in the Shamgarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shamgarh and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Nalkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nalkheda is 469418. The village covers a total geographical area of 690.07 hectares and falls under the 458880 pincode. Shamgarh is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Nalkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garoth Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nalkheda
As per Census 2011, Nalkheda village has a total population of 812 people, consisting of 411 males and 401 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 379 literate and 433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nalkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 812 | 411 | 401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 74 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 107 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 379 | 234 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 177 | 256 |
Nearby Villages of Nalkheda
Nalkheda 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 Nalkheda
Nalkheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Nalkheda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shamgarh to Nalkheda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Nalkheda 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 Nalkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nalkheda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nalkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nalkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nalkheda
Where is Nalkheda located?
Nalkheda village is located in Shamgarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nalkheda?
Nalkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Nalkheda?
The pincode of Nalkheda is 458880.
What is the population of Nalkheda?
Nalkheda has a total population of 812, including 411 males and 401 females.
How many households are there in Nalkheda?
There are 189 households in Nalkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Nalkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nalkheda is 46.67%. Male literacy is 56.93% and female literacy is 36.16%.