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
According to the 2011 Census, Khedi village had a total population of 1,048 people, including 525 males and 523 females, living in 223 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.27%, with male literacy at 75.37% and female literacy at 50.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 216, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 213.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,048, including 525 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Khedi?
Khedi had 223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khedi was 63.27%. Male literacy was 75.37% and female literacy was 50.66%.