Mau Khedi - Piploda, Ratlam
Mau Khedi is a village situated in the Piploda tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piploda and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Maukhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mau Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mau Khedi is 470023. The village covers a total geographical area of 441.02 hectares and falls under the 457333 pincode. Piploda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mau Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mau Khedi
As per Census 2011, Mau Khedi village has a total population of 1,662 people, consisting of 831 males and 831 females. The village has 360 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 233 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 936 literate and 726 illiterate residents. Additionally, 538 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 328 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mau Khedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,662 | 831 | 831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 116 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 538 | 276 | 262 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 328 | 162 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 936 | 582 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 726 | 249 | 477 |
Nearby Villages of Mau Khedi
Mau Khedi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipliya | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Duda Khedi (piploda) | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Kabul Khedi | West | 2.11 km |
| Dhamedi | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Pancheva | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Ramgarh | North-West | 2.95 km |
| Sukheda | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Jaliner | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Jethana | East | 3.34 km |
| Banikhedi | South-West | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mau Khedi
Mau Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mundalaram, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Piploda to Mau Khedi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Mau Khedi is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mau Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mau Khedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mau Khedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mau Khedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mau Khedi
Where is Mau Khedi located?
Mau Khedi village is located in Piploda Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mau Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Mau Khedi is Maukhedi.
What is the pincode of Mau Khedi?
The pincode of Mau Khedi is 457333.
What is the population of Mau Khedi?
Mau Khedi has a total population of 1,662, including 831 males and 831 females.
How many households are there in Mau Khedi?
There are 360 households in Mau Khedi.
What is the literacy rate in Mau Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mau Khedi is 56.32%. Male literacy is 70.04% and female literacy is 42.60%.