Khareli - Tonk Khurd, Dewas
Khareli is a village situated in the Tonk Khurd tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tonk Khurd and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Khreli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khareli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khareli is 473261. The village covers a total geographical area of 1862.05 hectares and falls under the 455001 pincode. Maksi is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Khareli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonkatch Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khareli
As per Census 2011, Khareli village has a total population of 3,189 people, consisting of 1,626 males and 1,563 females. The village has 616 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 426 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,833 literate and 1,356 illiterate residents. Additionally, 807 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khareli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,189 | 1,626 | 1,563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 426 | 214 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 807 | 413 | 394 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,833 | 1,119 | 714 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,356 | 507 | 849 |
Nearby Villages of Khareli
Khareli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nandla | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Bhatoni | South-West | 3.30 km |
| Surajpur | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Updi | East | 3.57 km |
| Panda | South-East | 3.59 km |
| Alari | West | 3.82 km |
| Lalupura | North | 4.21 km |
| Karadiya | South | 4.24 km |
| Pipalyasadak | South-West | 4.72 km |
| Songaon | North | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khareli
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khareli. The nearest railway station is Maksi, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Maksi to Khareli is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Khareli is about 35 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 Khareli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khareli 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 Khareli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khareli 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 Khareli
Where is Khareli located?
Khareli village is located in Tonk Khurd Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khareli?
The Gram Panchayat of Khareli is Khreli.
What is the pincode of Khareli?
The pincode of Khareli is 455001.
What is the population of Khareli?
Khareli has a total population of 3,189, including 1,626 males and 1,563 females.
How many households are there in Khareli?
There are 616 households in Khareli.
What is the literacy rate in Khareli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khareli is 57.48%. Male literacy is 68.82% and female literacy is 45.68%.