Awali Kheda - Ashta, Sehore
Awali Kheda is a village situated in the Ashta tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashta and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Awali Kheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awali Kheda is 482893. The village covers a total geographical area of 214.83 hectares and falls under the 466120 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Awali Kheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Awali Kheda
According to the 2011 Census, Awali Kheda village had a total population of 1,057 people, including 539 males and 518 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.94%, with male literacy at 74.15% and female literacy at 41.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,053.
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 | 1,057 | 539 | 518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 129 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,053 | 536 | 517 |
| Literate Population | 478 | 304 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 579 | 235 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Awali Kheda
Awali 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 Awali Kheda
Awali Kheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ashta to Awali Kheda is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Awali Kheda is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awali Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awali Kheda 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 Awali 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 Awali Kheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Awali Kheda
Where is Awali Kheda located?
Awali Kheda village is located in Ashta Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Awali Kheda?
Awali Kheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Awali Kheda?
The pincode of Awali Kheda is 466120.
What is the population of Awali Kheda?
Awali Kheda had a total population of 1,057, including 539 males and 518 females.
How many households are there in Awali Kheda?
Awali Kheda had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awali Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awali Kheda was 57.94%. Male literacy was 74.15% and female literacy was 41.93%.