Mekhda Hedi - Badoda, Sheopur
Mekhda Hedi is a village situated in the Badoda tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badoda and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Mekhdahedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mekhda Hedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mekhda Hedi is 451743. The village covers a total geographical area of 222.09 hectares and falls under the 476339 pincode. Badoda is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Mekhda Hedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheopur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mekhda Hedi
As per Census 2011, Mekhda Hedi village has a total population of 898 people, consisting of 463 males and 435 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 466 literate and 432 illiterate residents. Additionally, 353 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 97 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mekhda Hedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 898 | 463 | 435 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 68 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 183 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 53 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 466 | 299 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 432 | 164 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Mekhda Hedi
Mekhda Hedi 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 Mekhda Hedi
Mekhda Hedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Badoda to Mekhda Hedi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Mekhda Hedi is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mekhda Hedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mekhda Hedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mekhda Hedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mekhda Hedi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mekhda Hedi
Where is Mekhda Hedi located?
Mekhda Hedi village is located in Badoda Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mekhda Hedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Mekhda Hedi is Mekhdahedi.
What is the pincode of Mekhda Hedi?
The pincode of Mekhda Hedi is 476339.
What is the population of Mekhda Hedi?
Mekhda Hedi has a total population of 898, including 463 males and 435 females.
How many households are there in Mekhda Hedi?
There are 186 households in Mekhda Hedi.
What is the literacy rate in Mekhda Hedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mekhda Hedi is 51.89%. Male literacy is 64.58% and female literacy is 38.39%.