Gila Khedi - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Gila Khedi is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Gilakhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gila Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gila Khedi is 480302. The village covers a total geographical area of 632.41 hectares and falls under the 465667 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Gila 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 Gila Khedi
As per Census 2011, Gila Khedi village has a total population of 1,786 people, consisting of 889 males and 897 females. The village has 339 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 310 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,089 literate and 697 illiterate residents. Additionally, 481 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gila Khedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,786 | 889 | 897 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 168 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 481 | 240 | 241 |
| Literate Population | 1,089 | 606 | 483 |
| Illiterate Population | 697 | 283 | 414 |
Nearby Villages of Gila Khedi
Gila 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 Gila Khedi
Gila 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 | 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 Narsinghgarh to Gila Khedi is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Gila Khedi is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gila Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gila Khedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gila 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 Gila Khedi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gila Khedi
Where is Gila Khedi located?
Gila Khedi village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gila Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gila Khedi is Gilakhedi.
What is the pincode of Gila Khedi?
The pincode of Gila Khedi is 465667.
What is the population of Gila Khedi?
Gila Khedi has a total population of 1,786, including 889 males and 897 females.
How many households are there in Gila Khedi?
There are 339 households in Gila Khedi.
What is the literacy rate in Gila Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gila Khedi is 60.97%. Male literacy is 68.17% and female literacy is 53.85%.