Ank Kheda - Pachore, Rajgarh
Ank Kheda is a village situated in the Pachore tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachore and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Umri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ank Kheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ank Kheda is 480416. The village covers a total geographical area of 322.24 hectares and falls under the 465683 pincode. Pachore is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ank Kheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narsinghgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ank Kheda
As per Census 2011, Ank Kheda village has a total population of 428 people, consisting of 219 males and 209 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 333 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 57 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ank Kheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 428 | 219 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 178 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 41 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Ank Kheda
Ank Kheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamanpura | South | 4.43 km |
| Khajuri | West | 4.74 km |
| Gagar | North-West | 5.48 km |
| Piplya Tawakkul | South-West | 6.09 km |
| Piplya Biram | East | 6.67 km |
| Panwadi | North-East | 6.95 km |
| Jhad Pipliya | North | 7.12 km |
| Iklera | South | 8.33 km |
| Mahuwa | North-West | 8.48 km |
| Hinotiya | North-East | 9.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ank Kheda
Ank Kheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Pachor Road, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pachore to Ank Kheda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Ank Kheda is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ank Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ank Kheda 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 Ank Kheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ank Kheda 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 Ank Kheda
Where is Ank Kheda located?
Ank Kheda village is located in Pachore Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ank Kheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Ank Kheda is Umri.
What is the pincode of Ank Kheda?
The pincode of Ank Kheda is 465683.
What is the population of Ank Kheda?
Ank Kheda has a total population of 428, including 219 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Ank Kheda?
There are 97 households in Ank Kheda.
What is the literacy rate in Ank Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ank Kheda is 77.80%. Male literacy is 81.28% and female literacy is 74.16%.