Dhankhedi - Ashta, Sehore
Dhankhedi is a village situated in the Ashta tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashta and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Guwadiya Bazyaft serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhankhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhankhedi is 483052. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.45 hectares and falls under the 466116 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dhankhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dhankhedi
According to the 2011 Census, Dhankhedi village had a total population of 183 people, including 103 males and 80 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 777 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.88%, with male literacy at 92.22% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 140.
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 | 183 | 103 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 77 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 83 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 20 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Dhankhedi
Dhankhedi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dhankhedi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dhankhedi.
| 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 Ashta to Dhankhedi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Dhankhedi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhankhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhankhedi 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 Dhankhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhankhedi 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 Dhankhedi
Where is Dhankhedi located?
Dhankhedi village is located in Ashta Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhankhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhankhedi is Guwadiya Bazyaft.
What is the pincode of Dhankhedi?
The pincode of Dhankhedi is 466116.
What is the population of Dhankhedi?
Dhankhedi had a total population of 183, including 103 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Dhankhedi?
Dhankhedi had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhankhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhankhedi was 76.88%. Male literacy was 92.22% and female literacy was 57.14%.