Keriakhedi - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Keriakhedi is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Ladvi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keriakhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keriakhedi is 476936. The village covers a total geographical area of 631.15 hectares and falls under the 451220 pincode. Maheshwar is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Keriakhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Keriakhedi
As per Census 2011, Keriakhedi village has a total population of 1,039 people, consisting of 525 males and 514 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 183 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 416 literate and 623 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 933 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keriakhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,039 | 525 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 96 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 933 | 467 | 466 |
| Literate Population | 416 | 236 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 289 | 334 |
Nearby Villages of Keriakhedi
Keriakhedi 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 Keriakhedi
Keriakhedi 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 5-10 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 Maheshwar to Keriakhedi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Keriakhedi is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keriakhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keriakhedi 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 Keriakhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keriakhedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Keriakhedi
Where is Keriakhedi located?
Keriakhedi village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keriakhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Keriakhedi is Ladvi.
What is the pincode of Keriakhedi?
The pincode of Keriakhedi is 451220.
What is the population of Keriakhedi?
Keriakhedi has a total population of 1,039, including 525 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Keriakhedi?
There are 206 households in Keriakhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Keriakhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keriakhedi is 40.04%. Male literacy is 44.95% and female literacy is 35.02%.