Kheda - Sailana, Ratlam
Kheda is a village situated in the Sailana tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sailana and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Sundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kheda is 470593. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.36 hectares and falls under the 457550 pincode. Sailana is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kheda
According to the 2011 Census, Kheda village had a total population of 368 people, including 181 males and 187 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.10%, with male literacy at 35.81% and female literacy at 10.97%.
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 | 368 | 181 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 53 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 298 | 128 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Kheda
Kheda 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 Kheda
Kheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sailana to Kheda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Kheda is about 27 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 Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Kheda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kheda
Where is Kheda located?
Kheda village is located in Sailana Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kheda is Sundi.
What is the pincode of Kheda?
The pincode of Kheda is 457550.
What is the population of Kheda?
Kheda had a total population of 368, including 181 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Kheda?
Kheda had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kheda was 23.10%. Male literacy was 35.81% and female literacy was 10.97%.