Kunwar Khedi - Silwani, Raisen
Kunwar Khedi is a village situated in the Silwani tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Silwani and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Kunwarkhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunwar Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunwar Khedi is 484946. The village covers a total geographical area of 350.49 hectares and falls under the 464986 pincode. Silwani is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Kunwar Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kunwar Khedi
As per Census 2011, Kunwar Khedi village has a total population of 518 people, consisting of 283 males and 235 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 830 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 326 literate and 192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 87 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunwar Khedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 518 | 283 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 34 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 49 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 199 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 84 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Kunwar Khedi
Kunwar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bikalpur | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Banda Deori | East | 1.57 km |
| Khamraiya Kalan | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Bitali | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Chirchita | North | 2.48 km |
| Jamuniya | North | 2.82 km |
| Dungariya | East | 3.35 km |
| Berua | North-West | 3.54 km |
| Rahma | West | 3.77 km |
| Bigharra | North | 3.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kunwar Khedi
Kunwar Khedi 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 Gadarwara, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Silwani to Kunwar Khedi is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Kunwar Khedi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunwar Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunwar Khedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kunwar 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 Kunwar Khedi 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 Kunwar Khedi
Where is Kunwar Khedi located?
Kunwar Khedi village is located in Silwani Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunwar Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunwar Khedi is Kunwarkhedi.
What is the pincode of Kunwar Khedi?
The pincode of Kunwar Khedi is 464986.
What is the population of Kunwar Khedi?
Kunwar Khedi has a total population of 518, including 283 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Kunwar Khedi?
There are 118 households in Kunwar Khedi.
What is the literacy rate in Kunwar Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunwar Khedi is 62.93%. Male literacy is 70.32% and female literacy is 54.04%.