Kalya Khedi - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Kalya Khedi is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Badnagar Rayat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalya Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalya Khedi is 506017. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.38 hectares and falls under the 450551 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Kalya 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 Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalya Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Kalya Khedi village had a total population of 440 people, including 229 males and 211 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.51%, with male literacy at 91.58% and female literacy at 68.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 169, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
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 | 440 | 229 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 85 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 185 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 44 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Kalya Khedi
Kalya 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 Kalya Khedi
Kalya Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Kalya Khedi is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalya Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalya Khedi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalya 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 Kalya Khedi 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 Kalya Khedi
Where is Kalya Khedi located?
Kalya Khedi village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kalya Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalya Khedi is Badnagar Rayat.
What is the pincode of Kalya Khedi?
The pincode of Kalya Khedi is 450551.
What is the population of Kalya Khedi?
Kalya Khedi had a total population of 440, including 229 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Kalya Khedi?
Kalya Khedi had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalya Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalya Khedi was 80.51%. Male literacy was 91.58% and female literacy was 68.62%.