Khalhedudhi - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Khalhedudhi is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Khaledudhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalhedudhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalhedudhi is 502071. The village covers a total geographical area of 895.96 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Dindori is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khalhedudhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khalhedudhi
According to the 2011 Census, Khalhedudhi village had a total population of 1,125 people, including 571 males and 554 females, living in 266 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.35%, with male literacy at 58.13% and female literacy at 44.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 958.
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 | 1,125 | 571 | 554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 79 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 958 | 476 | 482 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 286 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 630 | 285 | 345 |
Nearby Villages of Khalhedudhi
Khalhedudhi 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 Khalhedudhi
Khalhedudhi 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 Dindori to Khalhedudhi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Khalhedudhi is about 82 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 Khalhedudhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalhedudhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khalhedudhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalhedudhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khalhedudhi
Where is Khalhedudhi located?
Khalhedudhi village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalhedudhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalhedudhi is Khaledudhi.
What is the pincode of Khalhedudhi?
The pincode of Khalhedudhi is 484881.
What is the population of Khalhedudhi?
Khalhedudhi had a total population of 1,125, including 571 males and 554 females.
How many households are there in Khalhedudhi?
Khalhedudhi had 266 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalhedudhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalhedudhi was 51.35%. Male literacy was 58.13% and female literacy was 44.28%.