Khejda - Maksoodangarh, Guna
Khejda is a village situated in the Maksoodangarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maksudangarh and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Khejda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khejda is 499346. The village covers a total geographical area of 539 hectares and falls under the 473287 pincode. Raghogarh is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Khejda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khejda
As per Census 2011, Khejda village has a total population of 1,069 people, consisting of 564 males and 505 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 513 literate and 556 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khejda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,069 | 564 | 505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 70 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 70 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 513 | 336 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 556 | 228 | 328 |
Nearby Villages of Khejda
Khejda 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 Khejda
Khejda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raghogarh to Khejda is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Khejda is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khejda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khejda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khejda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khejda 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 Khejda
Where is Khejda located?
Khejda village is located in Maksoodangarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khejda?
Khejda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khejda?
The pincode of Khejda is 473287.
What is the population of Khejda?
Khejda has a total population of 1,069, including 564 males and 505 females.
How many households are there in Khejda?
There are 198 households in Khejda.
What is the literacy rate in Khejda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khejda is 47.99%. Male literacy is 59.57% and female literacy is 35.05%.