Kherkhedi - Khilchipur, Rajgarh
Kherkhedi is a village situated in the Khilchipur tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khilchipur and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Kherkhedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherkhedi is 479058. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.91 hectares and falls under the 465679 pincode. Khilchipur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Kherkhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Kherkhedi
As per Census 2011, Kherkhedi village has a total population of 580 people, consisting of 284 males and 296 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 314 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kherkhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 580 | 284 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 37 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 161 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 123 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Kherkhedi
Kherkhedi 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 Kherkhedi
Kherkhedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Kherkhedi is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Kherkhedi is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kherkhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherkhedi 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 Kherkhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherkhedi 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 Kherkhedi
Where is Kherkhedi located?
Kherkhedi village is located in Khilchipur Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kherkhedi?
Kherkhedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kherkhedi?
The pincode of Kherkhedi is 465679.
What is the population of Kherkhedi?
Kherkhedi has a total population of 580, including 284 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Kherkhedi?
There are 141 households in Kherkhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Kherkhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherkhedi is 45.86%. Male literacy is 56.69% and female literacy is 35.47%.