Kaliya Khedi - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Kaliya Khedi is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Kalyakhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaliya Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaliya Khedi is 477456. The village covers a total geographical area of 348 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Kaliya 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 Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaliya Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Kaliya Khedi village had a total population of 948 people, including 493 males and 455 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.97%, with male literacy at 76.01% and female literacy at 49.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 550.
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 | 948 | 493 | 455 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 72 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 550 | 293 | 257 |
| Literate Population | 517 | 320 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 173 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Kaliya Khedi
Kaliya 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 Kaliya Khedi
Kaliya Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhikangaon to Kaliya Khedi is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Kaliya Khedi is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaliya Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaliya Khedi 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kaliya 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 Kaliya Khedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kaliya Khedi
Where is Kaliya Khedi located?
Kaliya Khedi village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaliya Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaliya Khedi is Kalyakhedi.
What is the pincode of Kaliya Khedi?
The pincode of Kaliya Khedi is 451332.
What is the population of Kaliya Khedi?
Kaliya Khedi had a total population of 948, including 493 males and 455 females.
How many households are there in Kaliya Khedi?
Kaliya Khedi had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaliya Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaliya Khedi was 62.97%. Male literacy was 76.01% and female literacy was 49.25%.