Malkheda - Manasa, Neemuch
Malkheda is a village situated in the Manasa tehsil of Neemuch district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manasa and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Neemuch. Malkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malkheda is 468813. The village covers a total geographical area of 313.64 hectares and falls under the 458116 pincode. Manasa is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Malkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malkheda
As per Census 2011, Malkheda village has a total population of 1,301 people, consisting of 639 males and 662 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 253 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 571 literate and 730 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,301 | 639 | 662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 110 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 571 | 405 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 730 | 234 | 496 |
Nearby Villages of Malkheda
Malkheda 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 Malkheda
Malkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Manasa to Malkheda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Neemuch to Malkheda is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malkheda
Where is Malkheda located?
Malkheda village is located in Manasa Tehsil, Neemuch district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malkheda?
Malkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malkheda?
The pincode of Malkheda is 458116.
What is the population of Malkheda?
Malkheda has a total population of 1,301, including 639 males and 662 females.
How many households are there in Malkheda?
There are 279 households in Malkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Malkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malkheda is 43.89%. Male literacy is 63.38% and female literacy is 25.08%.