Gujar Khedi - Khilchipur, Rajgarh
Gujar Khedi 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 30 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Gujarkhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gujar Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gujar Khedi is 479183. The village covers a total geographical area of 348.11 hectares and falls under the 465691 pincode. Khilchipur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gujar Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khilchipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gujar Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Gujar Khedi village had a total population of 857 people, including 432 males and 425 females, living in 194 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.17%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 43.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60.
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 | 857 | 432 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 52 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 285 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 147 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Gujar Khedi
Gujar 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 Gujar Khedi
Gujar Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khilchipur to Gujar Khedi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Gujar Khedi is about 30 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 Gujar Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gujar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gujar 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 Gujar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gujar Khedi
Where is Gujar Khedi located?
Gujar Khedi village is located in Khilchipur Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gujar Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gujar Khedi is Gujarkhedi.
What is the pincode of Gujar Khedi?
The pincode of Gujar Khedi is 465691.
What is the population of Gujar Khedi?
Gujar Khedi had a total population of 857, including 432 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Gujar Khedi?
Gujar Khedi had 194 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gujar Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gujar Khedi was 59.17%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 43.70%.