Kolu Khedi(Khurd) - Berasia, Bhopal
Kolu Khedi(Khurd) is a village situated in the Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 49 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berasia and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Bhopal. Kolhukhedi Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolu Khedi(Khurd) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolu Khedi(Khurd) is 482326. The village covers a total geographical area of 736.35 hectares and falls under the 462120 pincode. Berasia is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Kolu Khedi(Khurd) 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 Kolu Khedi(Khurd)
As per Census 2011, Kolu Khedi(Khurd) village has a total population of 938 people, consisting of 501 males and 437 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 192 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 383 literate and 555 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolu Khedi(Khurd) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 938 | 501 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 101 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 100 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 383 | 229 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 555 | 272 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Kolu Khedi(Khurd)
Kolu Khedi(Khurd) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kolu Khedi(Khurd)
Kolu Khedi(Khurd) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Berasia to Kolu Khedi(Khurd) is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhopal to Kolu Khedi(Khurd) is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolu Khedi(Khurd)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolu Khedi(Khurd) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kolu Khedi(Khurd)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolu Khedi(Khurd) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kolu Khedi(Khurd)
Where is Kolu Khedi(Khurd) located?
Kolu Khedi(Khurd) village is located in Berasia Tehsil, Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolu Khedi(Khurd)?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolu Khedi(Khurd) is Kolhukhedi Khurd.
What is the pincode of Kolu Khedi(Khurd)?
The pincode of Kolu Khedi(Khurd) is 462120.
What is the population of Kolu Khedi(Khurd)?
Kolu Khedi(Khurd) has a total population of 938, including 501 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Kolu Khedi(Khurd)?
There are 192 households in Kolu Khedi(Khurd).
What is the literacy rate in Kolu Khedi(Khurd)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolu Khedi(Khurd) is 40.83%. Male literacy is 45.71% and female literacy is 35.24%.