Kethoda - Mehgaon, Bhind
Kethoda is a village situated in the Mehgaon tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehgaon and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Katroul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kethoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kethoda is 453099. The village covers a total geographical area of 364.2 hectares and falls under the 477557 pincode. Mehgaon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kethoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kethoda
As per Census 2011, Kethoda village has a total population of 429 people, consisting of 257 males and 172 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 669 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 241 literate and 188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kethoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 429 | 257 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 48 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 48 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 179 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 78 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Kethoda
Kethoda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajpura | North-West | 1.56 km |
| Manikpura | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Hanumantpura | West | 2.34 km |
| Dewara | North | 2.79 km |
| Ekori | East | 2.87 km |
| Katrol | South-East | 2.88 km |
| Kheriagaju | South-West | 3.16 km |
| Gadroli | West | 3.48 km |
| Shyampura | North-West | 3.52 km |
| Pipahada | South | 3.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kethoda
Kethoda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sondha Road, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mehgaon to Kethoda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Kethoda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kethoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kethoda 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 Kethoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kethoda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kethoda
Where is Kethoda located?
Kethoda village is located in Mehgaon Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kethoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kethoda is Katroul.
What is the pincode of Kethoda?
The pincode of Kethoda is 477557.
What is the population of Kethoda?
Kethoda has a total population of 429, including 257 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Kethoda?
There are 78 households in Kethoda.
What is the literacy rate in Kethoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kethoda is 56.18%. Male literacy is 69.65% and female literacy is 36.05%.