Kotkhedi - Udaynagar, Dewas
Kotkhedi is a village situated in the Udaynagar tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from Bagli and around 98 km from Dewas. Rampurapatpadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kotkhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kotkhedi is 474043. The village covers a total geographical area of 120.75 hectares and falls under the 455227 pincode. Bagli is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Kotkhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kotkhedi
According to the 2011 Census, Kotkhedi village had a total population of 474 people, including 250 males and 224 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.89%, with male literacy at 60.59% and female literacy at 48.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 466.
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 | 474 | 250 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 47 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 466 | 247 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 123 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 127 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Kotkhedi
Kotkhedi 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 Kotkhedi
Kotkhedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagli to Kotkhedi is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Kotkhedi is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kotkhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kotkhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kotkhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kotkhedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kotkhedi
Where is Kotkhedi located?
Kotkhedi village is located in Udaynagar Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kotkhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kotkhedi is Rampurapatpadi.
What is the pincode of Kotkhedi?
The pincode of Kotkhedi is 455227.
What is the population of Kotkhedi?
Kotkhedi had a total population of 474, including 250 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Kotkhedi?
Kotkhedi had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kotkhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kotkhedi was 54.89%. Male literacy was 60.59% and female literacy was 48.98%.