Bans Kheda - Tendukheda, Narsimhapur
Bans Kheda is a village situated in the Tendukheda tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tendukheda and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Bijora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bans Kheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bans Kheda is 491425. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.77 hectares and falls under the 487661 pincode. Tendukheda is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Bans Kheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bans Kheda
As per Census 2011, Bans Kheda village has a total population of 452 people, consisting of 241 males and 211 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 331 literate and 121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bans Kheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 452 | 241 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 331 | 188 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 53 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Bans Kheda
Bans Kheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manakpur | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Kukwara | West | 1.76 km |
| Piparwani | North | 1.80 km |
| Juda | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Bilguwan | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Jujhari | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Gutori | South | 2.80 km |
| Badiya | North-West | 2.90 km |
| Mehka | West | 3.17 km |
| Rajgadha | North | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bans Kheda
Bans Kheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Karapgaon, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.0 km.
| 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 Tendukheda to Bans Kheda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Bans Kheda is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bans Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bans Kheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bans Kheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bans Kheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bans Kheda
Where is Bans Kheda located?
Bans Kheda village is located in Tendukheda Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bans Kheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bans Kheda is Bijora.
What is the pincode of Bans Kheda?
The pincode of Bans Kheda is 487661.
What is the population of Bans Kheda?
Bans Kheda has a total population of 452, including 241 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Bans Kheda?
There are 133 households in Bans Kheda.
What is the literacy rate in Bans Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bans Kheda is 73.23%. Male literacy is 78.01% and female literacy is 67.77%.