Gardankhedi - Suwasara, Mandsaur
Gardankhedi is a village situated in the Suwasara tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Suwasra and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Chapakhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gardankhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gardankhedi is 469961. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.7 hectares and falls under the 458888 pincode. Suwasara is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Gardankhedi 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 Gardankhedi
As per Census 2011, Gardankhedi village has a total population of 296 people, consisting of 143 males and 153 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 1,069 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 157 literate and 139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 201 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gardankhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 296 | 143 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 18 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 103 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 100 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 43 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Gardankhedi
Gardankhedi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Masudi | West | 1.75 km |
| Dallod | South | 1.82 km |
| Ghasoi | North | 2.11 km |
| Champakhedi | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Semli | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Hanumantiya | East | 3.26 km |
| Tarnod | West | 3.83 km |
| Dharnyakhedi | East | 3.96 km |
| Lakhwa | North-West | 4.09 km |
| Bharpur | East | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gardankhedi
Gardankhedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Suwasra, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Suwasara to Gardankhedi is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Gardankhedi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gardankhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gardankhedi 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 Gardankhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gardankhedi 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 Gardankhedi
Where is Gardankhedi located?
Gardankhedi village is located in Suwasara Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gardankhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gardankhedi is Chapakhedi.
What is the pincode of Gardankhedi?
The pincode of Gardankhedi is 458888.
What is the population of Gardankhedi?
Gardankhedi has a total population of 296, including 143 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Gardankhedi?
There are 71 households in Gardankhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Gardankhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gardankhedi is 53.04%. Male literacy is 69.93% and female literacy is 37.25%.