Khejdi - Malhargarh, Mandsaur
Khejdi is a village situated in the Malhargarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malhargarh and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Sanjeet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khejdi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khejdi is 469288. The village covers a total geographical area of 638.48 hectares and falls under the 458553 pincode. Narayangarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Khejdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malhargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khejdi
According to the 2011 Census, Khejdi village had a total population of 364 people, including 179 males and 185 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.51%, with male literacy at 84.67% and female literacy at 53.16%.
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 | 364 | 179 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 127 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 52 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Khejdi
Khejdi 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 Khejdi
Khejdi 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 | 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 Narayangarh to Khejdi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Khejdi 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 Khejdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khejdi 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 Khejdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khejdi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khejdi
Where is Khejdi located?
Khejdi village is located in Malhargarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khejdi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khejdi is Sanjeet.
What is the pincode of Khejdi?
The pincode of Khejdi is 458553.
What is the population of Khejdi?
Khejdi had a total population of 364, including 179 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Khejdi?
Khejdi had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khejdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khejdi was 68.51%. Male literacy was 84.67% and female literacy was 53.16%.