Punya Khedi - Sailana, Ratlam
Punya Khedi is a village situated in the Sailana tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sailana and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Punyakhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Punya Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Punya Khedi is 470437. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.07 hectares and falls under the 457550 pincode. Ratlam is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Punya Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Punya Khedi
As per Census 2011, Punya Khedi village has a total population of 453 people, consisting of 233 males and 220 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 92 literate and 361 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 448 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Punya Khedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 453 | 233 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 45 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 448 | 230 | 218 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 50 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 361 | 183 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Punya Khedi
Punya 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 Punya Khedi
Public transport in the Punya Khedi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Punya Khedi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ratlam to Punya Khedi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Punya Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Punya Khedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Punya 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 Punya Khedi 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 Punya Khedi
Where is Punya Khedi located?
Punya Khedi village is located in Sailana Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Punya Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Punya Khedi is Punyakhedi.
What is the pincode of Punya Khedi?
The pincode of Punya Khedi is 457550.
What is the population of Punya Khedi?
Punya Khedi has a total population of 453, including 233 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Punya Khedi?
There are 108 households in Punya Khedi.
What is the literacy rate in Punya Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Punya Khedi is 20.31%. Male literacy is 21.46% and female literacy is 19.09%.