Khedicourt - Multai, Betul
Khedicourt is a village situated in the Multai tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Multai and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Khedi Court serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khedicourt village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khedicourt is 486195. The village covers a total geographical area of 477.84 hectares and falls under the 460557 pincode. Multai is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Khedicourt village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Multai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khedicourt
As per Census 2011, Khedicourt village has a total population of 2,154 people, consisting of 1,090 males and 1,064 females. The village has 446 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,625 literate and 529 illiterate residents. Additionally, 224 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khedicourt are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,154 | 1,090 | 1,064 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 109 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 111 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,625 | 877 | 748 |
| Illiterate Population | 529 | 213 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Khedicourt
Khedicourt 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonkhedi | North-West | 2.19 km |
| Nimanwada | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Semla | East | 2.50 km |
| Lihada | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Kanha Khapa | North | 3.96 km |
| Jamthi | East | 4.15 km |
| Yenkheda | West | 4.42 km |
| Saikheda | North-East | 4.62 km |
| Tawla | South-East | 5.49 km |
| Pouni | South | 5.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khedicourt
Khedicourt is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barsali, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Multai to Khedicourt is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Khedicourt is about 35 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 Khedicourt
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khedicourt village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khedicourt
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khedicourt village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khedicourt
Where is Khedicourt located?
Khedicourt village is located in Multai Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khedicourt?
The Gram Panchayat of Khedicourt is Khedi Court.
What is the pincode of Khedicourt?
The pincode of Khedicourt is 460557.
What is the population of Khedicourt?
Khedicourt has a total population of 2,154, including 1,090 males and 1,064 females.
How many households are there in Khedicourt?
There are 446 households in Khedicourt.
What is the literacy rate in Khedicourt?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khedicourt is 75.44%. Male literacy is 80.46% and female literacy is 70.30%.