Chameli Kheda - Sailana, Ratlam
Chameli Kheda is a village situated in the Sailana tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sailana and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Kolpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chameli Kheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chameli Kheda is 470510. The village covers a total geographical area of 109.39 hectares and falls under the 457550 pincode. Sailana is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chameli Kheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chameli Kheda
According to the 2011 Census, Chameli Kheda village had a total population of 150 people, including 77 males and 73 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.86%, with male literacy at 29.31% and female literacy at 22.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 140.
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 | 150 | 77 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 72 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 60 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Chameli Kheda
Chameli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhurapani | South-West | 0.92 km |
| Kalyabari | North-West | 1.14 km |
| Jhosla | East | 1.23 km |
| Salwaniya | North | 1.81 km |
| Palwa | West | 2.03 km |
| Manpura | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Dangraghati | South | 2.55 km |
| Garethi | North | 2.63 km |
| Somarundi Khurd | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Salrapada | North-West | 2.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chameli Kheda
Chameli Kheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nityanand Dham, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sailana to Chameli Kheda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Chameli Kheda is about 40 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 Chameli Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chameli Kheda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chameli 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 Chameli 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chameli Kheda
Where is Chameli Kheda located?
Chameli Kheda village is located in Sailana Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chameli Kheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chameli Kheda is Kolpura.
What is the pincode of Chameli Kheda?
The pincode of Chameli Kheda is 457550.
What is the population of Chameli Kheda?
Chameli Kheda had a total population of 150, including 77 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Chameli Kheda?
Chameli Kheda had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chameli Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chameli Kheda was 25.86%. Male literacy was 29.31% and female literacy was 22.41%.