Kherchakhedi - Sarangpur, Rajgarh
Kherchakhedi is a village situated in the Sarangpur tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarangpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Barol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kherchakhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherchakhedi is 479959. The village covers a total geographical area of 654.77 hectares and falls under the 465687 pincode. Sarangpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kherchakhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kherchakhedi
According to the 2011 Census, Kherchakhedi village had a total population of 1,048 people, including 511 males and 537 females, living in 259 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.93%, with male literacy at 67.61% and female literacy at 38.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 314, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,048 | 511 | 537 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 85 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 155 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 451 | 288 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 597 | 223 | 374 |
Nearby Villages of Kherchakhedi
Kherchakhedi 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 Kherchakhedi
Kherchakhedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Sarangpur to Kherchakhedi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Kherchakhedi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kherchakhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherchakhedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kherchakhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherchakhedi 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 Kherchakhedi
Where is Kherchakhedi located?
Kherchakhedi village is located in Sarangpur Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kherchakhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kherchakhedi is Barol.
What is the pincode of Kherchakhedi?
The pincode of Kherchakhedi is 465687.
What is the population of Kherchakhedi?
Kherchakhedi had a total population of 1,048, including 511 males and 537 females.
How many households are there in Kherchakhedi?
Kherchakhedi had 259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kherchakhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherchakhedi was 52.93%. Male literacy was 67.61% and female literacy was 38.26%.