Kherda - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Kherda is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Kherda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherda is 477506. The village covers a total geographical area of 956.7 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kherda 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 Kherda
According to the 2011 Census, Kherda village had a total population of 2,610 people, including 1,330 males and 1,280 females, living in 461 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.42%, with male literacy at 55.29% and female literacy at 34.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,376.
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 | 2,610 | 1,330 | 1,280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 536 | 261 | 275 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,376 | 686 | 690 |
| Literate Population | 942 | 591 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,668 | 739 | 929 |
Nearby Villages of Kherda
Kherda 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 Kherda
Kherda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhikangaon to Kherda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Kherda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kherda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherda 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 Kherda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherda 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 Kherda
Where is Kherda located?
Kherda village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kherda?
Kherda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kherda?
The pincode of Kherda is 451331.
What is the population of Kherda?
Kherda had a total population of 2,610, including 1,330 males and 1,280 females.
How many households are there in Kherda?
Kherda had 461 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kherda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherda was 45.42%. Male literacy was 55.29% and female literacy was 34.93%.