Kedwa Ja. - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Kedwa Ja. is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Kedwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kedwa Ja. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kedwa Ja. is 477444. The village covers a total geographical area of 723 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kedwa Ja. 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 Kedwa Ja.
As per Census 2011, Kedwa Ja. village has a total population of 2,202 people, consisting of 1,081 males and 1,121 females. The village has 375 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,146 literate and 1,056 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,009 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kedwa Ja. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,202 | 1,081 | 1,121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 186 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 53 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,009 | 484 | 525 |
| Literate Population | 1,146 | 658 | 488 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,056 | 423 | 633 |
Nearby Villages of Kedwa Ja.
Kedwa Ja. 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 Kedwa Ja.
Kedwa Ja. 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 5-10 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 Kedwa Ja. is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Kedwa Ja. is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kedwa Ja.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kedwa Ja. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kedwa Ja.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kedwa Ja. 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kedwa Ja.
Where is Kedwa Ja. located?
Kedwa Ja. village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kedwa Ja.?
The Gram Panchayat of Kedwa Ja. is Kedwa.
What is the pincode of Kedwa Ja.?
The pincode of Kedwa Ja. is 451331.
What is the population of Kedwa Ja.?
Kedwa Ja. has a total population of 2,202, including 1,081 males and 1,121 females.
How many households are there in Kedwa Ja.?
There are 375 households in Kedwa Ja..
What is the literacy rate in Kedwa Ja.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kedwa Ja. is 52.04%. Male literacy is 60.87% and female literacy is 43.53%.