Udiya Khedi - Jaora, Ratlam
Udiya Khedi is a village situated in the Jaora tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaora and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Dodiyana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udiya Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udiya Khedi is 470211. The village covers a total geographical area of 239.18 hectares and falls under the 457226 pincode. Jaora is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Udiya 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 Alot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ujjain Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Udiya Khedi
As per Census 2011, Udiya Khedi village has a total population of 344 people, consisting of 194 males and 150 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 773 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 134 literate and 210 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 132 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udiya Khedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 344 | 194 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 40 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 132 | 71 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 94 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 100 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Udiya Khedi
Udiya 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 Udiya Khedi
Udiya Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaora to Udiya Khedi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Udiya Khedi is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Udiya Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udiya 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Udiya 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 Udiya Khedi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Udiya Khedi
Where is Udiya Khedi located?
Udiya Khedi village is located in Jaora Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udiya Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Udiya Khedi is Dodiyana.
What is the pincode of Udiya Khedi?
The pincode of Udiya Khedi is 457226.
What is the population of Udiya Khedi?
Udiya Khedi has a total population of 344, including 194 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Udiya Khedi?
There are 73 households in Udiya Khedi.
What is the literacy rate in Udiya Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udiya Khedi is 38.95%. Male literacy is 48.45% and female literacy is 26.67%.