Bhens Kheda - Berasia, Bhopal
Bhens Kheda is a village situated in the Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berasia and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhopal. Bhainskheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhens Kheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhens Kheda is 482322. The village covers a total geographical area of 1203.8 hectares and falls under the 462101 pincode. Bhopal is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Bhens Kheda 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 Bhens Kheda
As per Census 2011, Bhens Kheda village has a total population of 1,250 people, consisting of 675 males and 575 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 851 females per 1,000 males. There are 255 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 749 literate and 501 illiterate residents. Additionally, 446 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhens Kheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,250 | 675 | 575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 139 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 446 | 241 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 749 | 453 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 222 | 279 |
Nearby Villages of Bhens Kheda
Bhens Kheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hindola | North | 2.52 km |
| Sukaliya | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Chhatri | East | 2.55 km |
| Pipaliya Junnardar | South | 2.94 km |
| Kotra Chopra | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Sagoni Jora | West | 3.77 km |
| Pipaliya Kadim | West | 3.92 km |
| Barri Mustsil Bagraj | North | 4.04 km |
| Budhor Kalan | North-East | 4.24 km |
| Untkheda | North-West | 4.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhens Kheda
Bhens Kheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bhadbhadaghat, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhopal to Bhens Kheda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhens Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhens Kheda 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 Bhens Kheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhens Kheda 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 Bhens Kheda
Where is Bhens Kheda located?
Bhens Kheda village is located in Berasia Tehsil, Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhens Kheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhens Kheda is Bhainskheda.
What is the pincode of Bhens Kheda?
The pincode of Bhens Kheda is 462101.
What is the population of Bhens Kheda?
Bhens Kheda has a total population of 1,250, including 675 males and 575 females.
How many households are there in Bhens Kheda?
There are 268 households in Bhens Kheda.
What is the literacy rate in Bhens Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhens Kheda is 59.92%. Male literacy is 67.11% and female literacy is 51.48%.