Devakhedi - Khilchipur, Rajgarh
Devakhedi is a village situated in the Khilchipur tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khilchipur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Devakhedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Devakhedi is 479198. The village covers a total geographical area of 1425.67 hectares and falls under the 465689 pincode. Khilchipur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Devakhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Devakhedi
According to the 2011 Census, Devakhedi village had a total population of 722 people, including 374 males and 348 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.32%, with male literacy at 70.25% and female literacy at 45.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80.
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 | 722 | 374 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 48 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 229 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 145 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Devakhedi
Devakhedi 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 Devakhedi
Devakhedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Khilchipur to Devakhedi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Devakhedi is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Devakhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Devakhedi 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 Devakhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Devakhedi 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 Devakhedi
Where is Devakhedi located?
Devakhedi village is located in Khilchipur Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Devakhedi?
Devakhedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Devakhedi?
The pincode of Devakhedi is 465689.
What is the population of Devakhedi?
Devakhedi had a total population of 722, including 374 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Devakhedi?
Devakhedi had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Devakhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Devakhedi was 58.32%. Male literacy was 70.25% and female literacy was 45.57%.