Kolu Khedi - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Kolu Khedi is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Pipliya Bag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kolu Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolu Khedi is 480103. The village covers a total geographical area of 451.09 hectares and falls under the 465667 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Kolu 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 Biaora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolu Khedi
As per Census 2011, Kolu Khedi village has a total population of 759 people, consisting of 387 males and 372 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 422 literate and 337 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolu Khedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 759 | 387 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 69 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 422 | 264 | 158 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 123 | 214 |
Nearby Villages of Kolu Khedi
Kolu 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 Kolu Khedi
Kolu Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 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 Narsinghgarh to Kolu Khedi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Kolu 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 Kolu Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolu 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kolu 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 Kolu Khedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kolu Khedi
Where is Kolu Khedi located?
Kolu Khedi village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolu Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kolu Khedi is Pipliya Bag.
What is the pincode of Kolu Khedi?
The pincode of Kolu Khedi is 465667.
What is the population of Kolu Khedi?
Kolu Khedi has a total population of 759, including 387 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Kolu Khedi?
There are 205 households in Kolu Khedi.
What is the literacy rate in Kolu Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolu Khedi is 55.60%. Male literacy is 68.22% and female literacy is 42.47%.