Puwar Khedi - Khilchipur, Rajgarh
Puwar Khedi is a village situated in the Khilchipur tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khilchipur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Devlisanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puwar Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puwar Khedi is 479250. The village covers a total geographical area of 204.57 hectares and falls under the 465679 pincode. Khilchipur is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Puwar 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 Puwar Khedi
As per Census 2011, Puwar Khedi village has a total population of 428 people, consisting of 215 males and 213 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 222 literate and 206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puwar Khedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 428 | 215 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 31 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 137 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 78 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Puwar Khedi
Puwar 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 Puwar Khedi
Puwar Khedi 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 Puwar Khedi is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Puwar Khedi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puwar Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puwar 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 Puwar 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 Puwar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Puwar Khedi
Where is Puwar Khedi located?
Puwar Khedi village is located in Khilchipur Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puwar Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Puwar Khedi is Devlisanga.
What is the pincode of Puwar Khedi?
The pincode of Puwar Khedi is 465679.
What is the population of Puwar Khedi?
Puwar Khedi has a total population of 428, including 215 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Puwar Khedi?
There are 114 households in Puwar Khedi.
What is the literacy rate in Puwar Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puwar Khedi is 51.87%. Male literacy is 63.72% and female literacy is 39.91%.