Khidiya - Sohagpur, Narmadapuram
Khidiya is a village situated in the Sohagpur tehsil of Narmadapuram district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Sohagpur and around 68 km from Hoshangabad. Utiyashankar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khidiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khidiya is 487738. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.89 hectares and falls under the 461771 pincode. Pipariya is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khidiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khidiya
According to the 2011 Census, Khidiya village had a total population of 122 people, including 67 males and 55 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 821 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.24%, with male literacy at 61.02% and female literacy at 47.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 99.
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 | 122 | 67 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 36 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 31 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Khidiya
Khidiya 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 Khidiya
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pipariya to Khidiya is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hoshangabad to Khidiya is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Khidiya
Where is Khidiya located?
Khidiya village is located in Sohagpur Tehsil, Narmadapuram district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khidiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Khidiya is Utiyashankar.
What is the pincode of Khidiya?
The pincode of Khidiya is 461771.
What is the population of Khidiya?
Khidiya had a total population of 122, including 67 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Khidiya?
Khidiya had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khidiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khidiya was 55.24%. Male literacy was 61.02% and female literacy was 47.83%.