Keljhiri - Rehatgaon, Harda
Keljhiri is a village situated in the Rehatgaon tehsil of Harda district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rehatgaon and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Harda. Badwani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keljhiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keljhiri is 487051. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 461228 pincode. Timarni is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Keljhiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Keljhiri
According to the 2011 Census, Keljhiri village had a total population of 451 people, including 227 males and 224 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.25%, with male literacy at 63.74% and female literacy at 38.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 451.
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 | 451 | 227 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 45 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 451 | 227 | 224 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 116 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 111 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Keljhiri
Keljhiri 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 Keljhiri
Keljhiri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Timarni to Keljhiri is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Harda to Keljhiri is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keljhiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keljhiri 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 Keljhiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keljhiri 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 Keljhiri
Where is Keljhiri located?
Keljhiri village is located in Rehatgaon Tehsil, Harda district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Keljhiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Keljhiri is Badwani.
What is the pincode of Keljhiri?
The pincode of Keljhiri is 461228.
What is the population of Keljhiri?
Keljhiri had a total population of 451, including 227 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Keljhiri?
Keljhiri had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Keljhiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keljhiri was 51.25%. Male literacy was 63.74% and female literacy was 38.42%.