Suraj Khedi - Khujner, Rajgarh
Suraj Khedi is a village situated in the Khujner tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 56 km from Rajgarh and around 56 km from Rajgarh. Selapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suraj Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suraj Khedi is 479584. The village covers a total geographical area of 291.66 hectares and falls under the 465661 pincode. Pachore is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Suraj Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Suraj Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Suraj Khedi village had a total population of 391 people, including 206 males and 185 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.75%, with male literacy at 76.41% and female literacy at 46.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
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 | 391 | 206 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 11 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 149 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 57 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Suraj Khedi
Suraj 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 Suraj Khedi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Suraj Khedi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pachore to Suraj Khedi is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Suraj Khedi is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Suraj Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suraj 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 Suraj 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 Suraj 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 Suraj Khedi
Where is Suraj Khedi located?
Suraj Khedi village is located in Khujner Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Suraj Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Suraj Khedi is Selapani.
What is the pincode of Suraj Khedi?
The pincode of Suraj Khedi is 465661.
What is the population of Suraj Khedi?
Suraj Khedi had a total population of 391, including 206 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Suraj Khedi?
Suraj Khedi had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suraj Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suraj Khedi was 62.75%. Male literacy was 76.41% and female literacy was 46.30%.