Dhutakhedi - Alot, Ratlam
Dhutakhedi is a village situated in the Alot tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alot and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Hingadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhutakhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhutakhedi is 470318. The village covers a total geographical area of 249.82 hectares and falls under the 457119 pincode. Alot is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dhutakhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhutakhedi
According to the 2011 Census, Dhutakhedi village had a total population of 462 people, including 243 males and 219 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.91%, with male literacy at 76.44% and female literacy at 31.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 462 | 243 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 159 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 84 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Dhutakhedi
Dhutakhedi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arwalya Solanky | South | 1.42 km |
| Rachhaliya | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Anandgarh | South-East | 2.15 km |
| Chhapri | South | 2.52 km |
| Hingadi | East | 2.67 km |
| Sherpur Khurd | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Sundarpura | South-East | 2.75 km |
| Thamguradiya | West | 2.76 km |
| Kachhaliya | North-West | 3.77 km |
| Rinchha | East | 3.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dhutakhedi
Dhutakhedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Luni Richha, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.2 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 Alot to Dhutakhedi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Dhutakhedi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhutakhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhutakhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhutakhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhutakhedi 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 Dhutakhedi
Where is Dhutakhedi located?
Dhutakhedi village is located in Alot Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhutakhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhutakhedi is Hingadi.
What is the pincode of Dhutakhedi?
The pincode of Dhutakhedi is 457119.
What is the population of Dhutakhedi?
Dhutakhedi had a total population of 462, including 243 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Dhutakhedi?
Dhutakhedi had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhutakhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhutakhedi was 54.91%. Male literacy was 76.44% and female literacy was 31.22%.