Kamal Kheda - Petlawad, Jhabua
Kamal Kheda is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Dhaturiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamal Kheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamal Kheda is 504419. The village covers a total geographical area of 564.69 hectares and falls under the 457775 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kamal Kheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kamal Kheda
As per Census 2011, Kamal Kheda village has a total population of 456 people, consisting of 226 males and 230 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 177 literate and 279 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 161 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kamal Kheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 456 | 226 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 74 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 114 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 112 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Kamal Kheda
Kamal Kheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Amlirela | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Dhaturia | South | 2.63 km |
| Pithdi | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Ambapada | North-West | 3.11 km |
| Semrod | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Bakalda | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Nahargarh | North | 3.56 km |
| Dholi Khali | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Kalikarai | South-East | 4.46 km |
| Kayarel | North-East | 4.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kamal Kheda
Kamal Kheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Panch Pipila, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Petlawad to Kamal Kheda is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Kamal Kheda is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamal Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamal Kheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kamal Kheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamal Kheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kamal Kheda
Where is Kamal Kheda located?
Kamal Kheda village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kamal Kheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamal Kheda is Dhaturiya.
What is the pincode of Kamal Kheda?
The pincode of Kamal Kheda is 457775.
What is the population of Kamal Kheda?
Kamal Kheda has a total population of 456, including 226 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Kamal Kheda?
There are 96 households in Kamal Kheda.
What is the literacy rate in Kamal Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamal Kheda is 38.82%. Male literacy is 50.44% and female literacy is 27.39%.