Dam Kheda
Dam Kheda is a village located in Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Berasia (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Bhopal. As per 2009 stats, Dam Kheda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Dam Kheda unique in its vibrant Berasia-Bhopal region. You’ll see Dam Kheda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dam Kheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dam Kheda is 482263. The village spans a total geographical area of 1127.79 hectares. Berasia is nearest town to Dam Kheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dam Kheda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Berasia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhopal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dam Kheda
Population of Dam Kheda
According to the 2011 Census, Dam Kheda has a total population of about 1,951, with approximately 1,031 males and 920 females. The sex ratio is around 892 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 336 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 593 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.00%, with male literacy at about 58.10% and female literacy near 38.80%. There are around 377 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dam Kheda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,951 | 1,031 | 920 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 169 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 593 | 312 | 281 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 956 | 599 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 995 | 432 | 563 |
Connectivity of Dam Kheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dam Kheda. As per the 2011 stats, Dam Kheda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dam Kheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Dam Kheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dam Kheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dam Kheda
- Where is Dam Kheda located?
- Dam Kheda village is situated in Berasia Tehsil, within the Bhopal district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dam Kheda?
- Dam Kheda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dam Kheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dam Kheda is 1,951, with 1,031 males and 920 females.
- How many households are there in Dam Kheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dam Kheda village has a total of 377 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dam Kheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dam Kheda is 49.00%. The male literacy rate is 58.10%, while the female literacy rate is 38.80%.