Kedarkhedi - Khandwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Kedarkhedi is a village situated in the Khandwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Khandwa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Badgoan Piplood serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kedarkhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kedarkhedi is 505850. The village covers a total geographical area of 713 hectares and falls under the 450881 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kedarkhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kedarkhedi
As per Census 2011, Kedarkhedi village has a total population of 933 people, consisting of 472 males and 461 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 175 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 401 literate and 532 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 539 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kedarkhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 933 | 472 | 461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 175 | 79 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 539 | 267 | 272 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 262 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 210 | 322 |
Nearby Villages of Kedarkhedi
Kedarkhedi 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 Kedarkhedi
Kedarkhedi 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 Khandwa to Kedarkhedi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kedarkhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kedarkhedi 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 Kedarkhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kedarkhedi 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 Kedarkhedi
Where is Kedarkhedi located?
Kedarkhedi village is located in Khandwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kedarkhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kedarkhedi is Badgoan Piplood.
What is the pincode of Kedarkhedi?
The pincode of Kedarkhedi is 450881.
What is the population of Kedarkhedi?
Kedarkhedi has a total population of 933, including 472 males and 461 females.
How many households are there in Kedarkhedi?
There are 172 households in Kedarkhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Kedarkhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kedarkhedi is 42.98%. Male literacy is 55.51% and female literacy is 30.15%.