Bila Kheda - Jaora, Ratlam
Bila Kheda is a village situated in the Jaora tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaora and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Hingoriyadhandu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bila Kheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bila Kheda is 470189. The village covers a total geographical area of 351.03 hectares and falls under the 457226 pincode. Jaora is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Bila Kheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ujjain Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bila Kheda
As per Census 2011, Bila Kheda village has a total population of 406 people, consisting of 217 males and 189 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 244 literate and 162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bila Kheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 406 | 217 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 34 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 99 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 157 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 60 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Bila Kheda
Bila 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mohammad Nagar | West | 1.42 km |
| Hingoriya (dhandu) | North | 1.62 km |
| Ukediya | South | 1.67 km |
| Gadgadiya | East | 1.87 km |
| Hun Khedi | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Karan Khedi | North-East | 2.31 km |
| Raja Khedi | South | 2.60 km |
| Tol Khedi | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Uplai | West | 3.11 km |
| Bhuteda | North-West | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bila Kheda
Bila Kheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Jaora, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Jaora to Bila Kheda is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Bila Kheda is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bila Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bila 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 Bila 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 Bila Kheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bila Kheda
Where is Bila Kheda located?
Bila Kheda village is located in Jaora Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bila Kheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bila Kheda is Hingoriyadhandu.
What is the pincode of Bila Kheda?
The pincode of Bila Kheda is 457226.
What is the population of Bila Kheda?
Bila Kheda has a total population of 406, including 217 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Bila Kheda?
There are 80 households in Bila Kheda.
What is the literacy rate in Bila Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bila Kheda is 60.10%. Male literacy is 72.35% and female literacy is 46.03%.