Punar Khedi - Biaora, Rajgarh
Punar Khedi is a village situated in the Biaora tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biaora and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Punarkhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punar Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punar Khedi is 479714. The village covers a total geographical area of 910.4 hectares and falls under the 465683 pincode. Biaora is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Punar Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punar Khedi
As per Census 2011, Punar Khedi village has a total population of 1,973 people, consisting of 1,031 males and 942 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 328 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 965 literate and 1,008 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 72 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punar Khedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,973 | 1,031 | 942 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 328 | 190 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 118 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 965 | 580 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,008 | 451 | 557 |
Nearby Villages of Punar Khedi
Punar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gujribey | North | 3.09 km |
| Bhatkhedi | West | 3.19 km |
| Kodia God | South | 3.87 km |
| Ashapura | North-East | 5.74 km |
| Kuradia Khedi | South-East | 5.80 km |
| Naiheda | North-West | 7.50 km |
| Jhoomka | North | 7.54 km |
| Ghiya Khedi | East | 7.75 km |
| Chhatri Rajgarh | West | 8.15 km |
| Mundla Narayan | South | 8.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Punar Khedi
Punar Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karanwas, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Biaora to Punar Khedi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Punar Khedi is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punar Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Punar 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 Punar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Punar Khedi
Where is Punar Khedi located?
Punar Khedi village is located in Biaora Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punar Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Punar Khedi is Punarkhedi.
What is the pincode of Punar Khedi?
The pincode of Punar Khedi is 465683.
What is the population of Punar Khedi?
Punar Khedi has a total population of 1,973, including 1,031 males and 942 females.
How many households are there in Punar Khedi?
There are 383 households in Punar Khedi.
What is the literacy rate in Punar Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punar Khedi is 48.91%. Male literacy is 56.26% and female literacy is 40.87%.