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
According to the 2011 Census, Kherkheda village had a total population of 689 people, including 360 males and 329 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.65%, with male literacy at 74.32% and female literacy at 52.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 121, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 149.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 689, including 360 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Kherkheda?
Kherkheda had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kherkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherkheda was 63.65%. Male literacy was 74.32% and female literacy was 52.76%.