Palkhedi
Palkhedi is a village located in Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Narsinghgarh (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Rajgarh. As per 2009 stats, Palkhedi village is also a gram panchayat.
Palkhedi has its own place in the vibrant Rajgarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Palkhedi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palkhedi is 480271. The village spans a total geographical area of 219.97 hectares. Narsinghgarh is nearest town to Palkhedi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Palkhedi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Narsinghgarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Palkhedi
Population of Palkhedi
Below is a concise population overview of Palkhedi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 416 | 224 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 34 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 64 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 154 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 70 | 114 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palkhedi village:
- The total population of Palkhedi village is around 416, including approximately 224 males and 192 females, with a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 63 children aged 0–6 years in Palkhedi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palkhedi village has 118 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palkhedi village is about 55.77%, with male literacy at 68.75% and female literacy at 40.63%.
- There are around 90 households in Palkhedi village.
Connectivity of Palkhedi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palkhedi. As per the 2011 stats, Palkhedi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palkhedi
Knowing the nearby villages of Palkhedi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palkhedi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palkhedi
- Where is Palkhedi located?
- Palkhedi village is situated in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, within the Rajgarh district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palkhedi?
- Palkhedi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Palkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palkhedi is 416, with 224 males and 192 females.
- How many households are there in Palkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palkhedi village has a total of 90 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palkhedi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palkhedi is 55.77%. The male literacy rate is 68.75%, while the female literacy rate is 40.63%.