Deva Khedi - Khilchipur, Rajgarh
Deva Khedi is a village situated in the Khilchipur tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khilchipur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Barol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deva Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deva Khedi is 479104. The village covers a total geographical area of 283.05 hectares and falls under the 465689 pincode. Khilchipur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Deva Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Deva Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Deva Khedi village had a total population of 696 people, including 343 males and 353 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.75%, with male literacy at 66.29% and female literacy at 35.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 696 | 343 | 353 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 79 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 175 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 168 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Deva Khedi
Deva 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 Deva Khedi
Public transport in the Deva Khedi is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khilchipur to Deva Khedi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Deva Khedi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deva Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deva Khedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Deva 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 Deva Khedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Deva Khedi
Where is Deva Khedi located?
Deva Khedi village is located in Khilchipur Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Deva Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Deva Khedi is Barol.
What is the pincode of Deva Khedi?
The pincode of Deva Khedi is 465689.
What is the population of Deva Khedi?
Deva Khedi had a total population of 696, including 343 males and 353 females.
How many households are there in Deva Khedi?
Deva Khedi had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deva Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deva Khedi was 50.75%. Male literacy was 66.29% and female literacy was 35.45%.