Karwa Khedi - Tal, Ratlam
Karwa Khedi is a village situated in the Tal tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tal and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Karwakhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karwa Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karwa Khedi is 470377. The village covers a total geographical area of 1317.85 hectares and falls under the 457118 pincode. Tal is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Karwa Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karwa Khedi
As per Census 2011, Karwa Khedi village has a total population of 2,983 people, consisting of 1,508 males and 1,475 females. The village has 568 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 438 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,822 literate and 1,161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 541 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karwa Khedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,983 | 1,508 | 1,475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 438 | 230 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 541 | 270 | 271 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,822 | 1,101 | 721 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,161 | 407 | 754 |
Nearby Villages of Karwa Khedi
Karwa Khedi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhaisana | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Negroon | North-East | 3.58 km |
| Hampura | South-West | 4.61 km |
| Malya (tal)) | North-West | 4.64 km |
| Kharawadi | North | 4.75 km |
| Daulatpura | South-East | 4.78 km |
| Makanpura | South | 5.06 km |
| Ankya Kalan | West | 5.10 km |
| Char Khedi | North | 5.27 km |
| Asawata | North-West | 5.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karwa Khedi
Karwa Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Luni Richha, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Tal to Karwa Khedi is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Karwa Khedi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karwa Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karwa Khedi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karwa 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 Karwa Khedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Karwa Khedi
Where is Karwa Khedi located?
Karwa Khedi village is located in Tal Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karwa Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karwa Khedi is Karwakhedi.
What is the pincode of Karwa Khedi?
The pincode of Karwa Khedi is 457118.
What is the population of Karwa Khedi?
Karwa Khedi has a total population of 2,983, including 1,508 males and 1,475 females.
How many households are there in Karwa Khedi?
There are 568 households in Karwa Khedi.
What is the literacy rate in Karwa Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karwa Khedi is 61.08%. Male literacy is 73.01% and female literacy is 48.88%.