Khedi - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Khedi is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Khedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khedi is 477187. The village covers a total geographical area of 436.6 hectares and falls under the 451113 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
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 Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khedi
As per Census 2011, Khedi village has a total population of 1,048 people, consisting of 525 males and 523 females. The village has 223 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 584 literate and 464 illiterate residents. Additionally, 216 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 213 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,048 | 525 | 523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 54 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 116 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 213 | 104 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 584 | 355 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 170 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Khedi
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 Khedi
Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasrawad to Khedi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Khedi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 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 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 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 Khedi
Where is Khedi located?
Khedi village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khedi?
Khedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khedi?
The pincode of Khedi is 451113.
What is the population of Khedi?
Khedi has a total population of 1,048, including 525 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Khedi?
There are 223 households in Khedi.
What is the literacy rate in Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khedi is 55.73%. Male literacy is 67.62% and female literacy is 43.79%.