Kherkhedi - Hatpiplya, Dewas
Kherkhedi is a village situated in the Hatpiplya tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatpiplya and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Lasudiyahatu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kherkhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherkhedi is 474175. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.2 hectares and falls under the 455227 pincode. Hatpiplya is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kherkhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dewas Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Kherkhedi
As per Census 2011, Kherkhedi village has a total population of 219 people, consisting of 103 males and 116 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,126 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 148 literate and 71 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kherkhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 219 | 103 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 79 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 24 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Kherkhedi
Kherkhedi 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 Kherkhedi
Kherkhedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hatpiplya to Kherkhedi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Kherkhedi is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kherkhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherkhedi 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 Kherkhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherkhedi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kherkhedi
Where is Kherkhedi located?
Kherkhedi village is located in Hatpiplya Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kherkhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kherkhedi is Lasudiyahatu.
What is the pincode of Kherkhedi?
The pincode of Kherkhedi is 455227.
What is the population of Kherkhedi?
Kherkhedi has a total population of 219, including 103 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Kherkhedi?
There are 40 households in Kherkhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Kherkhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherkhedi is 67.58%. Male literacy is 76.70% and female literacy is 59.48%.