Sankheda - Badi, Raisen
Sankheda is a village situated in the Badi tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badi and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Sankheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankheda is 484710. The village covers a total geographical area of 832.04 hectares and falls under the 464665 pincode. Baraily is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Sankheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankheda
As per Census 2011, Sankheda village has a total population of 864 people, consisting of 449 males and 415 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 425 literate and 439 illiterate residents. Additionally, 218 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 864 | 449 | 415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 73 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 120 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 425 | 260 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 189 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Sankheda
Sankheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahari Rewa | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Dhandhala | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Biser | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Gajnai | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Bankhedi Rewa | South | 3.49 km |
| Deharikalan | West | 3.71 km |
| Motalsir | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Sankala | East | 4.00 km |
| Dhapada Kalan | South | 4.55 km |
| Madanpur | East | 4.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sankheda
Sankheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sohagpur, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baraily to Sankheda is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Sankheda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankheda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sankheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankheda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sankheda
Where is Sankheda located?
Sankheda village is located in Badi Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankheda?
Sankheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sankheda?
The pincode of Sankheda is 464665.
What is the population of Sankheda?
Sankheda has a total population of 864, including 449 males and 415 females.
How many households are there in Sankheda?
There are 193 households in Sankheda.
What is the literacy rate in Sankheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankheda is 49.19%. Male literacy is 57.91% and female literacy is 39.76%.