Malikhedi - Ghatiya, Ujjain
Malikhedi is a village situated in the Ghatiya tehsil of Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatiya and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Ujjain. Malikhedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malikhedi is 471598. The village covers a total geographical area of 600.77 hectares and falls under the 456550 pincode. Badod is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Malikhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malikhedi
As per Census 2011, Malikhedi village has a total population of 1,662 people, consisting of 864 males and 798 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 931 literate and 731 illiterate residents. Additionally, 323 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malikhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,662 | 864 | 798 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 100 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 323 | 165 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 931 | 604 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 731 | 260 | 471 |
Nearby Villages of Malikhedi
Malikhedi 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 Malikhedi
Malikhedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Badod to Malikhedi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ujjain to Malikhedi is about 28 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 Malikhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malikhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malikhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malikhedi 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 Malikhedi
Where is Malikhedi located?
Malikhedi village is located in Ghatiya Tehsil, Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malikhedi?
Malikhedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Malikhedi?
The pincode of Malikhedi is 456550.
What is the population of Malikhedi?
Malikhedi has a total population of 1,662, including 864 males and 798 females.
How many households are there in Malikhedi?
There are 312 households in Malikhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Malikhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malikhedi is 56.02%. Male literacy is 69.91% and female literacy is 40.98%.