Dhan Khedi - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Dhan Khedi is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Dhankhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dhan Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhan Khedi is 480246. The village covers a total geographical area of 425.55 hectares and falls under the 465667 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Dhan 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 Narsinghgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhan Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Dhan Khedi village had a total population of 1,371 people, including 714 males and 657 females, living in 346 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.61%, with male literacy at 82.65% and female literacy at 49.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 111, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,371 | 714 | 657 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 132 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 61 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 752 | 481 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 619 | 233 | 386 |
Nearby Villages of Dhan Khedi
Dhan 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 Dhan Khedi
Dhan Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Narsinghgarh to Dhan Khedi is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Dhan Khedi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhan Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhan Khedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhan 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 Dhan Khedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dhan Khedi
Where is Dhan Khedi located?
Dhan Khedi village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dhan Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhan Khedi is Dhankhedi.
What is the pincode of Dhan Khedi?
The pincode of Dhan Khedi is 465667.
What is the population of Dhan Khedi?
Dhan Khedi had a total population of 1,371, including 714 males and 657 females.
How many households are there in Dhan Khedi?
Dhan Khedi had 346 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhan Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhan Khedi was 66.61%. Male literacy was 82.65% and female literacy was 49.54%.