Khedi
Khedi is a village located in Niwali tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Niwali (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Barwani. As per 2009 stats, Khedi village is also a gram panchayat.
Khedi has its own place in the vibrant Barwani region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khedi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khedi is 478525. The village spans a total geographical area of 927.88 hectares. Sendhwa is nearest town to Khedi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khedi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pansemal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khargone Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khedi
Population of Khedi
Below is a concise population overview of Khedi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,101 | 1,039 | 1,062 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 486 | 237 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 37 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,003 | 1,002 | 1,001 |
| Literate Population | 712 | 405 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,389 | 634 | 755 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khedi village:
- The total population of Khedi village is around 2,101, including approximately 1,039 males and 1,062 females, with a sex ratio of 1022 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 486 children aged 0–6 years in Khedi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khedi village has 98 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,003 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khedi village is about 33.89%, with male literacy at 38.98% and female literacy at 28.91%.
- There are around 367 households in Khedi village.
Connectivity of Khedi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khedi. As per the 2011 stats, Khedi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khedi
Knowing the nearby villages of Khedi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khedi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khedi
- Where is Khedi located?
- Khedi village is situated in Niwali Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khedi?
- Khedi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Khedi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khedi is 2,101, with 1,039 males and 1,062 females.
- How many households are there in Khedi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khedi village has a total of 367 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khedi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khedi is 33.89%. The male literacy rate is 38.98%, while the female literacy rate is 28.91%.