Purakher Kheda - Khilchipur, Rajgarh
Purakher Kheda 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 35 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Sadiyakuwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purakher Kheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purakher Kheda is 478994. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.9 hectares and falls under the 465679 pincode. Khilchipur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Purakher Kheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purakher Kheda
According to the 2011 Census, Purakher Kheda village had a total population of 159 people, including 80 males and 79 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.52%, with male literacy at 89.23% and female literacy at 27.87%.
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 | 159 | 80 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 58 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 22 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Purakher Kheda
Purakher Kheda 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 Purakher Kheda
Purakher Kheda 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 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 Purakher Kheda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Purakher Kheda is about 35 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 Purakher Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purakher Kheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purakher Kheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purakher Kheda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Purakher Kheda
Where is Purakher Kheda located?
Purakher Kheda village is located in Khilchipur Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purakher Kheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Purakher Kheda is Sadiyakuwa.
What is the pincode of Purakher Kheda?
The pincode of Purakher Kheda is 465679.
What is the population of Purakher Kheda?
Purakher Kheda had a total population of 159, including 80 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Purakher Kheda?
Purakher Kheda had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purakher Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purakher Kheda was 59.52%. Male literacy was 89.23% and female literacy was 27.87%.