Dipakheda - Sitamau, Mandsaur
Dipakheda is a village situated in the Sitamau tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitamau and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Deepakheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dipakheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dipakheda is 469870. The village covers a total geographical area of 1227.81 hectares and falls under the 458389 pincode. Sitamau is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dipakheda 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 Dipakheda
As per Census 2011, Dipakheda village has a total population of 2,850 people, consisting of 1,498 males and 1,352 females. The village has 634 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 367 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,772 literate and 1,078 illiterate residents. Additionally, 508 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dipakheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,850 | 1,498 | 1,352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 367 | 195 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 508 | 280 | 228 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,772 | 1,097 | 675 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,078 | 401 | 677 |
Nearby Villages of Dipakheda
Dipakheda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhaturiya | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Jetpura | East | 2.73 km |
| Gopalpura | North | 3.02 km |
| Dalkhedi | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Dalawada | West | 3.41 km |
| Satakhedi | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Semalkheda | North-West | 4.16 km |
| Ekalgarh | South | 4.20 km |
| Gudbheli | West | 4.51 km |
| Karnali (jagir) | North | 5.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dipakheda
Dipakheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chau Mahla, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.7 km.
| 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 Sitamau to Dipakheda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Dipakheda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dipakheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dipakheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dipakheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dipakheda 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 Dipakheda
Where is Dipakheda located?
Dipakheda village is located in Sitamau Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dipakheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dipakheda is Deepakheda.
What is the pincode of Dipakheda?
The pincode of Dipakheda is 458389.
What is the population of Dipakheda?
Dipakheda has a total population of 2,850, including 1,498 males and 1,352 females.
How many households are there in Dipakheda?
There are 634 households in Dipakheda.
What is the literacy rate in Dipakheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dipakheda is 62.18%. Male literacy is 73.23% and female literacy is 49.93%.