Kherkheda - Satwas, Dewas
Kherkheda is a village situated in the Satwas tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satwas and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Gardijhabriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kherkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherkheda is 473848. The village covers a total geographical area of 408.53 hectares and falls under the 455336 pincode. Satwas is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kherkheda 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 Kherkheda
As per Census 2011, Kherkheda village has a total population of 689 people, consisting of 360 males and 329 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 373 literate and 316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 149 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kherkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 689 | 360 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 64 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 58 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 84 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 373 | 220 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 316 | 140 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Kherkheda
Kherkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Masuriya | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Bardi | North | 2.29 km |
| Rantha | East | 2.54 km |
| Gardijhabriya | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Malagaon | West | 2.96 km |
| Pipalkota | North-East | 3.12 km |
| Golpura | South-East | 3.30 km |
| Bhandariya | South | 3.90 km |
| Chichli | North-West | 4.27 km |
| Payali | North-East | 4.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kherkheda
Kherkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Masangaon, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Satwas to Kherkheda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Kherkheda is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kherkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kherkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kherkheda
Where is Kherkheda located?
Kherkheda village is located in Satwas Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kherkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kherkheda is Gardijhabriya.
What is the pincode of Kherkheda?
The pincode of Kherkheda is 455336.
What is the population of Kherkheda?
Kherkheda has a total population of 689, including 360 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Kherkheda?
There are 172 households in Kherkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Kherkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherkheda is 54.14%. Male literacy is 61.11% and female literacy is 46.50%.