Kedarpur Kalan - Chaurai, Chhindwara
Kedarpur Kalan is a village situated in the Chaurai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaurai and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Jamuniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kedarpur Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kedarpur Kalan is 494279. The village covers a total geographical area of 244.92 hectares and falls under the 480115 pincode. Chaurai Khas is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kedarpur Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kedarpur Kalan
As per Census 2011, Kedarpur Kalan village has a total population of 307 people, consisting of 153 males and 154 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 211 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kedarpur Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 307 | 153 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 34 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 112 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 41 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Kedarpur Kalan
Kedarpur Kalan 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 Kedarpur Kalan
Kedarpur Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kedarpur Kalan.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chaurai Khas to Kedarpur Kalan is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Kedarpur Kalan is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kedarpur Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kedarpur Kalan 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 Kedarpur Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kedarpur Kalan 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 Kedarpur Kalan
Where is Kedarpur Kalan located?
Kedarpur Kalan village is located in Chaurai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kedarpur Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kedarpur Kalan is Jamuniya.
What is the pincode of Kedarpur Kalan?
The pincode of Kedarpur Kalan is 480115.
What is the population of Kedarpur Kalan?
Kedarpur Kalan has a total population of 307, including 153 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Kedarpur Kalan?
There are 77 households in Kedarpur Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Kedarpur Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kedarpur Kalan is 68.73%. Male literacy is 73.20% and female literacy is 64.29%.