Tulsi Khedi - Kumbhraj, Guna
Tulsi Khedi is a village situated in the Kumbhraj tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumbhraj and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Tulsikhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tulsi Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tulsi Khedi is 499642. The village covers a total geographical area of 612.03 hectares and falls under the 473222 pincode. Kumbhraj is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Tulsi Khedi 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 Tulsi Khedi
As per Census 2011, Tulsi Khedi village has a total population of 889 people, consisting of 457 males and 432 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 945 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 443 literate and 446 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tulsi Khedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 889 | 457 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 74 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 55 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 443 | 270 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 446 | 187 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Tulsi Khedi
Tulsi Khedi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khedli Tanka | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Manpura | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Upree | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Mundra | East | 3.18 km |
| Umariya Kalan | North-West | 3.24 km |
| Kana Khedi | South | 3.30 km |
| Kunja Kheda | West | 3.38 km |
| Golyaheda | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Gorya Kheda | South-West | 3.81 km |
| Sanka Kalan | North-East | 4.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tulsi Khedi
Tulsi Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kumbhraj, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.5 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kumbhraj to Tulsi Khedi is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Tulsi Khedi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tulsi Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tulsi Khedi 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 Tulsi 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 Tulsi Khedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Tulsi Khedi
Where is Tulsi Khedi located?
Tulsi Khedi village is located in Kumbhraj Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tulsi Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Tulsi Khedi is Tulsikhedi.
What is the pincode of Tulsi Khedi?
The pincode of Tulsi Khedi is 473222.
What is the population of Tulsi Khedi?
Tulsi Khedi has a total population of 889, including 457 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Tulsi Khedi?
There are 170 households in Tulsi Khedi.
What is the literacy rate in Tulsi Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tulsi Khedi is 49.83%. Male literacy is 59.08% and female literacy is 40.05%.