Khedi - Thikri, Barwani
Khedi is a village situated in the Thikri tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thikri and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Jarwah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khedi is 478234. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.64 hectares and falls under the 451660 pincode. Anjad is the nearest town, located about 40 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 Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Khedi village had a total population of 54 people, including 48 males and 6 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 84.78%.
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 | 54 | 48 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 39 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 9 | 6 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sherpura | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Jaroli | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Jarwai | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Lehadgaon | West | 3.39 km |
| Anantpura | South-West | 3.82 km |
| Bhoinda | North-West | 3.86 km |
| Lendipura | East | 3.94 km |
| Thikri | South-East | 4.16 km |
| Ghatwa | West | 4.51 km |
| Segwal | South-West | 5.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khedi
The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anjad to Khedi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Khedi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Khedi
Where is Khedi located?
Khedi village is located in Thikri Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khedi is Jarwah.
What is the pincode of Khedi?
The pincode of Khedi is 451660.
What is the population of Khedi?
Khedi had a total population of 54, including 48 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Khedi?
Khedi had 9 households.