Khedi Buzurg - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Khedi Buzurg is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Khedi Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khedi Buzurg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khedi Buzurg is 505964. The village covers a total geographical area of 413.42 hectares and falls under the 450551 pincode. Sanawad is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Khedi Buzurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khedi Buzurg
As per Census 2011, Khedi Buzurg village has a total population of 1,118 people, consisting of 572 males and 546 females. The village has 237 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 740 literate and 378 illiterate residents. Additionally, 178 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khedi Buzurg are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,118 | 572 | 546 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 70 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 94 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 52 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 740 | 428 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 144 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Khedi Buzurg
Khedi Buzurg 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 Buzurg
Khedi Buzurg is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Khedi Buzurg has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanawad to Khedi Buzurg is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Khedi Buzurg is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khedi Buzurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khedi Buzurg village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khedi Buzurg
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 Buzurg village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khedi Buzurg
Where is Khedi Buzurg located?
Khedi Buzurg village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khedi Buzurg?
The Gram Panchayat of Khedi Buzurg is Khedi Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Khedi Buzurg?
The pincode of Khedi Buzurg is 450551.
What is the population of Khedi Buzurg?
Khedi Buzurg has a total population of 1,118, including 572 males and 546 females.
How many households are there in Khedi Buzurg?
There are 237 households in Khedi Buzurg.
What is the literacy rate in Khedi Buzurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khedi Buzurg is 66.19%. Male literacy is 74.83% and female literacy is 57.14%.