Kolukhedi - Kumbhraj, Guna
Kolukhedi 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 90 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Kolukhedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolukhedi is 499538. The village covers a total geographical area of 549.66 hectares and falls under the 473222 pincode. Kumbhraj is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kolukhedi 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 Kolukhedi
According to the 2011 Census, Kolukhedi village had a total population of 1,016 people, including 538 males and 478 females, living in 205 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.53%, with male literacy at 75.88% and female literacy at 46.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 1,016 | 538 | 478 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 53 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 559 | 368 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 457 | 170 | 287 |
Nearby Villages of Kolukhedi
Kolukhedi 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 Kolukhedi
Kolukhedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 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 Kumbhraj to Kolukhedi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Kolukhedi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolukhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolukhedi 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 Kolukhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolukhedi 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 Kolukhedi
Where is Kolukhedi located?
Kolukhedi village is located in Kumbhraj Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolukhedi?
Kolukhedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolukhedi?
The pincode of Kolukhedi is 473222.
What is the population of Kolukhedi?
Kolukhedi had a total population of 1,016, including 538 males and 478 females.
How many households are there in Kolukhedi?
Kolukhedi had 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kolukhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolukhedi was 62.53%. Male literacy was 75.88% and female literacy was 46.70%.