Khedi - Niwali, Barwani
Khedi is a village situated in the Niwali tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwali and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Khedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khedi is 478525. The village covers a total geographical area of 927.88 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pansemal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khedi
As per Census 2011, Khedi village has a total population of 2,101 people, consisting of 1,039 males and 1,062 females. The village has 367 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 486 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 712 literate and 1,389 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,003 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khedi are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Khedi
Khedi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Diwani | North | 2.44 km |
| Budhgaon | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Chatli | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Morgun | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Borli | East | 4.33 km |
| Kukdiya | East | 4.57 km |
| Jogwada | North | 5.01 km |
| Wasawi | North-East | 5.32 km |
| Kunjari | South | 5.35 km |
| Kannadgaon | South-West | 5.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khedi
Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sonshelu, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sendhwa to Khedi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Khedi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khedi
Where is Khedi located?
Khedi village is located in Niwali Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khedi?
Khedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khedi?
The pincode of Khedi is 451666.
What is the population of Khedi?
Khedi has a total population of 2,101, including 1,039 males and 1,062 females.
How many households are there in Khedi?
There are 367 households in Khedi.
What is the literacy rate in Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khedi is 33.89%. Male literacy is 38.98% and female literacy is 28.91%.