Khedi - Jeerapur, Rajgarh
Khedi is a village situated in the Jeerapur tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from Jirapur and around 61 km from Rajgarh. Khedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khedi is 478717. The village covers a total geographical area of 509.11 hectares and falls under the 465691 pincode. Jirapur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Khedi village had a total population of 1,029 people, including 533 males and 496 females, living in 235 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.69%, with male literacy at 67.94% and female literacy at 42.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 321.
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 | 1,029 | 533 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 62 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 321 | 171 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 509 | 320 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 520 | 213 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Khedi
Khedi 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 Khedi
Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Jirapur to Khedi is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Khedi is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 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 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 Khedi
Where is Khedi located?
Khedi village is located in Jeerapur Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khedi?
Khedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khedi?
The pincode of Khedi is 465691.
What is the population of Khedi?
Khedi had a total population of 1,029, including 533 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Khedi?
Khedi had 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khedi was 55.69%. Male literacy was 67.94% and female literacy was 42.66%.