Shakkarkhedi - Sitamau, Mandsaur
Shakkarkhedi is a village situated in the Sitamau tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitamau and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Shakkarkhedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shakkarkhedi is 469749. The village covers a total geographical area of 631.96 hectares and falls under the 458558 pincode. Mandsaur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Shakkarkhedi 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 Shakkarkhedi
As per Census 2011, Shakkarkhedi village has a total population of 1,335 people, consisting of 672 males and 663 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 904 literate and 431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 336 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shakkarkhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,335 | 672 | 663 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 75 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 161 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 904 | 540 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 132 | 299 |
Nearby Villages of Shakkarkhedi
Shakkarkhedi 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 Shakkarkhedi
Shakkarkhedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Mandsaur to Shakkarkhedi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shakkarkhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shakkarkhedi 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 Shakkarkhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shakkarkhedi 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 Shakkarkhedi
Where is Shakkarkhedi located?
Shakkarkhedi village is located in Sitamau Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakkarkhedi?
Shakkarkhedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shakkarkhedi?
The pincode of Shakkarkhedi is 458558.
What is the population of Shakkarkhedi?
Shakkarkhedi has a total population of 1,335, including 672 males and 663 females.
How many households are there in Shakkarkhedi?
There are 286 households in Shakkarkhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Shakkarkhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shakkarkhedi is 67.72%. Male literacy is 80.36% and female literacy is 54.90%.