Khedi - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Khedi is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Khedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khedi is 505614. The village covers a total geographical area of 1463.9 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
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 Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Khedi village had a total population of 3,607 people, including 1,865 males and 1,742 females, living in 770 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.53%, with male literacy at 76.02% and female literacy at 51.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 388, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 775.
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 | 3,607 | 1,865 | 1,742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 511 | 247 | 264 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 388 | 188 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 775 | 414 | 361 |
| Literate Population | 1,998 | 1,230 | 768 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,609 | 635 | 974 |
Nearby Villages of Khedi
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 Khedi
Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanera(harsud) to Khedi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Khedi is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in 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 Khedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khedi
Where is Khedi located?
Khedi village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khedi?
Khedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khedi?
The pincode of Khedi is 450001.
What is the population of Khedi?
Khedi had a total population of 3,607, including 1,865 males and 1,742 females.
How many households are there in Khedi?
Khedi had 770 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khedi was 64.53%. Male literacy was 76.02% and female literacy was 51.96%.