Surakhedi - Shamgarh, Mandsaur
Surakhedi is a village situated in the Shamgarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shamgarh and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Surakhedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Surakhedi is 469422. The village covers a total geographical area of 435.12 hectares and falls under the 458880 pincode. Shamgarh is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Surakhedi 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 Surakhedi
As per Census 2011, Surakhedi village has a total population of 919 people, consisting of 454 males and 465 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 498 literate and 421 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Surakhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 919 | 454 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 65 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 498 | 306 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 421 | 148 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Surakhedi
Surakhedi 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 Surakhedi
Surakhedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Surakhedi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shamgarh to Surakhedi is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Surakhedi is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Surakhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Surakhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Surakhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Surakhedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Surakhedi
Where is Surakhedi located?
Surakhedi village is located in Shamgarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Surakhedi?
Surakhedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Surakhedi?
The pincode of Surakhedi is 458880.
What is the population of Surakhedi?
Surakhedi has a total population of 919, including 454 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Surakhedi?
There are 192 households in Surakhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Surakhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Surakhedi is 54.19%. Male literacy is 67.40% and female literacy is 41.29%.