Purakher Khedi - Khilchipur, Rajgarh
Purakher Khedi is a village situated in the Khilchipur tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khilchipur and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Dehra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purakher Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purakher Khedi is 479089. The village covers a total geographical area of 223.92 hectares and falls under the 465679 pincode. Khilchipur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Purakher Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Purakher Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Purakher Khedi village had a total population of 252 people, including 126 males and 126 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.72%, with male literacy at 48.51% and female literacy at 37.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 252 | 126 | 126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 53 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 49 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 77 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Purakher Khedi
Purakher 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 Purakher Khedi
Purakher Khedi 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 >10 km |
| 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 Purakher Khedi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Purakher Khedi is about 38 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 Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purakher 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 Purakher 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 Purakher Khedi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Purakher Khedi
Where is Purakher Khedi located?
Purakher Khedi village is located in Khilchipur Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purakher Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Purakher Khedi is Dehra.
What is the pincode of Purakher Khedi?
The pincode of Purakher Khedi is 465679.
What is the population of Purakher Khedi?
Purakher Khedi had a total population of 252, including 126 males and 126 females.
How many households are there in Purakher Khedi?
Purakher Khedi had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purakher Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purakher Khedi was 42.72%. Male literacy was 48.51% and female literacy was 37.14%.