Napa Kheda - Alot, Ratlam
Napa Kheda is a village situated in the Alot tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alot and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Kanthariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Napa Kheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Napa Kheda is 470313. The village covers a total geographical area of 430.31 hectares and falls under the 457114 pincode. Alot is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Napa Kheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Napa Kheda
According to the 2011 Census, Napa Kheda village had a total population of 540 people, including 261 males and 279 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.33%, with male literacy at 85.29% and female literacy at 41.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 540 | 261 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 57 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 268 | 174 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 87 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Napa Kheda
Napa Kheda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jahanabad | North-West | 1.43 km |
| Dayalpura | South | 2.25 km |
| Patan | East | 2.77 km |
| Khamariya | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Malya (alot) | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Hingadi | West | 3.29 km |
| Rinchha | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Kanthariya | South | 3.84 km |
| Sherpur Khurd | West | 4.16 km |
| Salakhedi | South-West | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Napa Kheda
Napa Kheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Luni Richha, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alot to Napa Kheda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Napa Kheda is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Napa Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Napa Kheda 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 Napa Kheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Napa Kheda 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Napa Kheda
Where is Napa Kheda located?
Napa Kheda village is located in Alot Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Napa Kheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Napa Kheda is Kanthariya.
What is the pincode of Napa Kheda?
The pincode of Napa Kheda is 457114.
What is the population of Napa Kheda?
Napa Kheda had a total population of 540, including 261 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Napa Kheda?
Napa Kheda had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Napa Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Napa Kheda was 62.33%. Male literacy was 85.29% and female literacy was 41.59%.