Duda Khedi (Piploda) - Piploda, Ratlam
Duda Khedi (Piploda) is a village situated in the Piploda tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piploda and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Maukhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Duda Khedi (Piploda) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Duda Khedi (Piploda) is 470022. The village covers a total geographical area of 315.01 hectares and falls under the 457333 pincode. Piploda is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Duda Khedi (Piploda) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Duda Khedi (Piploda)
As per Census 2011, Duda Khedi (Piploda) village has a total population of 668 people, consisting of 345 males and 323 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 398 literate and 270 illiterate residents. Additionally, 299 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Duda Khedi (Piploda) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 668 | 345 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 42 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 299 | 154 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 398 | 252 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 93 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Duda Khedi (Piploda)
Duda Khedi (Piploda) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jaliner | North-East | 1.30 km |
| Mau Khedi | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Pipliya | West | 1.78 km |
| Jethana | East | 2.35 km |
| Chipiya | North | 2.47 km |
| Jhajha Khedi | East | 2.81 km |
| Bhakar Khedi | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Ramgarh | West | 3.05 km |
| Bilandpur | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Kabul Khedi | West | 3.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Duda Khedi (Piploda)
Duda Khedi (Piploda) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mundalaram, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Piploda to Duda Khedi (Piploda) is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Duda Khedi (Piploda) is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Duda Khedi (Piploda)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Duda Khedi (Piploda) 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Duda Khedi (Piploda)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Duda Khedi (Piploda) 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Duda Khedi (Piploda)
Where is Duda Khedi (Piploda) located?
Duda Khedi (Piploda) village is located in Piploda Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Duda Khedi (Piploda)?
The Gram Panchayat of Duda Khedi (Piploda) is Maukhedi.
What is the pincode of Duda Khedi (Piploda)?
The pincode of Duda Khedi (Piploda) is 457333.
What is the population of Duda Khedi (Piploda)?
Duda Khedi (Piploda) has a total population of 668, including 345 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Duda Khedi (Piploda)?
There are 172 households in Duda Khedi (Piploda).
What is the literacy rate in Duda Khedi (Piploda)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duda Khedi (Piploda) is 59.58%. Male literacy is 73.04% and female literacy is 45.20%.