Khedi - Sitamau, Mandsaur
Khedi is a village situated in the Sitamau tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitamau and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Arniya God serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khedi is 469779. The village covers a total geographical area of 227.8 hectares and falls under the 458990 pincode. Sitamau is the nearest town, located about 25 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 Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khedi
As per Census 2011, Khedi village has a total population of 331 people, consisting of 178 males and 153 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 196 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 331 | 178 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 118 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 60 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Khedi
Khedi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Arnyagond | South | 1.48 km |
| Guradiyagond | North | 1.52 km |
| Karadiya | West | 2.12 km |
| Lakhupiplya | East | 2.21 km |
| Garda | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Khajurigond | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Kishangarh | North-West | 3.05 km |
| Salariya | South | 3.18 km |
| Bhatkhedi | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Ghatya | North | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khedi
Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Shamgarh, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Sitamau to Khedi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Khedi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 Sitamau Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khedi is Arniya God.
What is the pincode of Khedi?
The pincode of Khedi is 458990.
What is the population of Khedi?
Khedi has a total population of 331, including 178 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Khedi?
There are 84 households in Khedi.
What is the literacy rate in Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khedi is 59.21%. Male literacy is 66.29% and female literacy is 50.98%.