Meru Khedi - Maksoodangarh, Guna
Meru Khedi is a village situated in the Maksoodangarh tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maksudangarh and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Dhina Khedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Meru Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meru Khedi is 499381. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 473287 pincode. Raghogarh is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Meru 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 Meru Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Meru Khedi village had a total population of 377 people, including 199 males and 178 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.46%, with male literacy at 61.63% and female literacy at 33.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
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 | 377 | 199 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 38 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 106 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 93 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Meru Khedi
Meru Khedi 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 Meru Khedi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Meru Khedi.
| 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 Meru Khedi is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Meru Khedi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meru Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meru Khedi 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 Meru 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 Meru Khedi 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 Meru Khedi
Where is Meru Khedi located?
Meru Khedi village is located in Maksoodangarh Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Meru Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Meru Khedi is Dhina Khedi.
What is the pincode of Meru Khedi?
The pincode of Meru Khedi is 473287.
What is the population of Meru Khedi?
Meru Khedi had a total population of 377, including 199 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Meru Khedi?
Meru Khedi had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meru Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meru Khedi was 48.46%. Male literacy was 61.63% and female literacy was 33.55%.