Khejra Kalan - Chachaura, Guna
Khejra Kalan is a village situated in the Chachaura tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chachaura and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Khedakalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khejra Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khejra Kalan is 499966. The village covers a total geographical area of 768 hectares and falls under the 473115 pincode. Chachaura-binaganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khejra Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khejra Kalan
As per Census 2011, Khejra Kalan village has a total population of 1,132 people, consisting of 623 males and 509 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 817 females per 1,000 males. There are 197 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 385 literate and 747 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khejra Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,132 | 623 | 509 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 197 | 112 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 298 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 747 | 325 | 422 |
Nearby Villages of Khejra Kalan
Khejra Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Higoni | South | 2.10 km |
| Chopankala | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Kakrua | North | 3.34 km |
| Bapcha Vikram | South | 3.63 km |
| Biba Khedi | South-West | 4.16 km |
| Dehri | South-West | 4.64 km |
| Ratodhana | North-West | 5.28 km |
| Rupahedi | West | 5.55 km |
| Teligaon | West | 5.77 km |
| Maloni | North | 5.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khejra Kalan
Khejra Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Penchi, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chachaura-binaganj to Khejra Kalan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Khejra Kalan is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khejra Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khejra Kalan 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 Khejra Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khejra Kalan 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 Khejra Kalan
Where is Khejra Kalan located?
Khejra Kalan village is located in Chachaura Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khejra Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Khejra Kalan is Khedakalan.
What is the pincode of Khejra Kalan?
The pincode of Khejra Kalan is 473115.
What is the population of Khejra Kalan?
Khejra Kalan has a total population of 1,132, including 623 males and 509 females.
How many households are there in Khejra Kalan?
There are 206 households in Khejra Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Khejra Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khejra Kalan is 34.01%. Male literacy is 47.83% and female literacy is 17.09%.