Chotiya Khedi - Gandhwani, Dhar
Chotiya Khedi is a village situated in the Gandhwani tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gandhwani and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Ledgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chotiya Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chotiya Khedi is 475233. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.13 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Dhar is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Chotiya Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chotiya Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Chotiya Khedi village had a total population of 584 people, including 274 males and 310 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,131 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.19%, with male literacy at 56.50% and female literacy at 40.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 581.
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 | 584 | 274 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 51 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 581 | 273 | 308 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 126 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 148 | 210 |
Nearby Villages of Chotiya Khedi
Chotiya Khedi 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 Chotiya Khedi
Chotiya Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Dhar to Chotiya Khedi is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chotiya Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chotiya Khedi 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 Chotiya 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 Chotiya Khedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chotiya Khedi
Where is Chotiya Khedi located?
Chotiya Khedi village is located in Gandhwani Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chotiya Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chotiya Khedi is Ledgaon.
What is the pincode of Chotiya Khedi?
The pincode of Chotiya Khedi is 454446.
What is the population of Chotiya Khedi?
Chotiya Khedi had a total population of 584, including 274 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Chotiya Khedi?
Chotiya Khedi had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chotiya Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chotiya Khedi was 48.19%. Male literacy was 56.50% and female literacy was 40.65%.