Arjunkhedi - Berasia, Bhopal
Arjunkhedi is a village situated in the Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berasia and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Bhopal. Arjunkhedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Arjunkhedi is 482171. The village covers a total geographical area of 346.43 hectares and falls under the 463111 pincode. Berasia is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Arjunkhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Berasia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhopal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Arjunkhedi
As per Census 2011, Arjunkhedi village has a total population of 964 people, consisting of 507 males and 457 females. The village has 215 households and a sex ratio of 901 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 589 literate and 375 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Arjunkhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 964 | 507 | 457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 103 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 76 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 589 | 340 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 167 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Arjunkhedi
Arjunkhedi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khajuri Shamshabad | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Pura Khana | North | 2.08 km |
| Barkheda Yakub | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Dojyai | West | 2.56 km |
| Babachiya | South | 3.06 km |
| Dhaturiya | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Hingoni | West | 3.44 km |
| Khai Kheda | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Dhobi Kheda | North | 3.79 km |
| Khejra Padhar | West | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Arjunkhedi
Arjunkhedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sanchi, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Berasia to Arjunkhedi is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhopal to Arjunkhedi is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Arjunkhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Arjunkhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Arjunkhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Arjunkhedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Arjunkhedi
Where is Arjunkhedi located?
Arjunkhedi village is located in Berasia Tehsil, Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Arjunkhedi?
Arjunkhedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Arjunkhedi?
The pincode of Arjunkhedi is 463111.
What is the population of Arjunkhedi?
Arjunkhedi has a total population of 964, including 507 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Arjunkhedi?
There are 215 households in Arjunkhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Arjunkhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Arjunkhedi is 61.10%. Male literacy is 67.06% and female literacy is 54.49%.