Girla Khedi - Tonk Khurd, Dewas
Girla Khedi is a village situated in the Tonk Khurd tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tonk Khurd and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Devguradiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Girla Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girla Khedi is 473319. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.66 hectares and falls under the 455118 pincode. Tonk Khurd is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Girla Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Girla Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Girla Khedi village had a total population of 297 people, including 154 males and 143 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.92%, with male literacy at 83.57% and female literacy at 40.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 297 | 154 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 117 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 37 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Girla Khedi
Girla Khedi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhojpura | North | 1.74 km |
| Jirwai | South | 1.79 km |
| Deoguradiya | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Develi | North | 2.74 km |
| Kishanpura | West | 2.92 km |
| Pandi | South-West | 3.32 km |
| Pipliyakumar | South | 4.08 km |
| Peerkhedi | West | 4.60 km |
| Kanheria | West | 4.61 km |
| Ranayalkalan | North | 4.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Girla Khedi
Girla Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Silakhedi, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Tonk Khurd to Girla Khedi is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Girla Khedi is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girla Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girla Khedi 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 Girla Khedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girla Khedi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Girla Khedi
Where is Girla Khedi located?
Girla Khedi village is located in Tonk Khurd Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Girla Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Girla Khedi is Devguradiya.
What is the pincode of Girla Khedi?
The pincode of Girla Khedi is 455118.
What is the population of Girla Khedi?
Girla Khedi had a total population of 297, including 154 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Girla Khedi?
Girla Khedi had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girla Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girla Khedi was 62.92%. Male literacy was 83.57% and female literacy was 40.16%.