Khedi Kalan - Kumbhraj, Guna
Khedi Kalan is a village situated in the Kumbhraj tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumbhraj and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Khedikalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khedi Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khedi Kalan is 499539. The village covers a total geographical area of 1059 hectares and falls under the 473222 pincode. Kumbhraj is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Khedi 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 Khedi Kalan
As per Census 2011, Khedi Kalan village has a total population of 1,884 people, consisting of 978 males and 906 females. The village has 331 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 283 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 662 literate and 1,222 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khedi Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,884 | 978 | 906 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 283 | 136 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 662 | 420 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,222 | 558 | 664 |
Nearby Villages of Khedi Kalan
Khedi Kalan 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 Khedi Kalan
Khedi Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kumbhraj to Khedi Kalan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Khedi 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 Khedi Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khedi 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 Khedi 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 Khedi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khedi Kalan
Where is Khedi Kalan located?
Khedi Kalan village is located in Kumbhraj Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khedi Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Khedi Kalan is Khedikalan.
What is the pincode of Khedi Kalan?
The pincode of Khedi Kalan is 473222.
What is the population of Khedi Kalan?
Khedi Kalan has a total population of 1,884, including 978 males and 906 females.
How many households are there in Khedi Kalan?
There are 331 households in Khedi Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Khedi Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khedi Kalan is 35.14%. Male literacy is 42.94% and female literacy is 26.71%.