Kekadiya - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Kekadiya is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Jhinjhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kekadiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kekadiya is 505663. The village covers a total geographical area of 1172.92 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Kekadiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kekadiya
According to the 2011 Census, Kekadiya village had a total population of 840 people, including 416 males and 424 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.52%, with male literacy at 43.79% and female literacy at 29.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 840.
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 | 840 | 416 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 94 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 840 | 416 | 424 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 141 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 599 | 275 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Kekadiya
Kekadiya 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 Kekadiya
Kekadiya 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 >10 km |
| 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 Chanera(harsud) to Kekadiya is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Kekadiya is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kekadiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kekadiya 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 Kekadiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kekadiya 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 Kekadiya
Where is Kekadiya located?
Kekadiya village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kekadiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Kekadiya is Jhinjhari.
What is the pincode of Kekadiya?
The pincode of Kekadiya is 450001.
What is the population of Kekadiya?
Kekadiya had a total population of 840, including 416 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Kekadiya?
Kekadiya had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kekadiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kekadiya was 36.52%. Male literacy was 43.79% and female literacy was 29.59%.