Bala Kheda - Ashta, Sehore
Bala Kheda is a village situated in the Ashta tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashta and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Khajuriya Kasam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bala Kheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bala Kheda is 482879. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.65 hectares and falls under the 466116 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Bala Kheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bala Kheda
As per Census 2011, Bala Kheda village has a total population of 317 people, consisting of 154 males and 163 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 177 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bala Kheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 317 | 154 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 75 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 104 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 50 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Bala Kheda
Bala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shahpur Magarda | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Dewan Khedi | East | 1.49 km |
| Khajuriya Kasam | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Patariya Chauhan | North | 2.18 km |
| Guradiya Khurd | West | 2.52 km |
| Gangal Kothri | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Morukhedi | East | 2.86 km |
| Pagariya Hat | South | 2.92 km |
| Sanga Khedi | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Udanpura | North-East | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bala Kheda
Bala Kheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jabri, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ashta to Bala Kheda is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Bala Kheda is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bala Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bala Kheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bala 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 Bala Kheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bala Kheda
Where is Bala Kheda located?
Bala Kheda village is located in Ashta Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bala Kheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bala Kheda is Khajuriya Kasam.
What is the pincode of Bala Kheda?
The pincode of Bala Kheda is 466116.
What is the population of Bala Kheda?
Bala Kheda has a total population of 317, including 154 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Bala Kheda?
There are 68 households in Bala Kheda.
What is the literacy rate in Bala Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bala Kheda is 55.84%. Male literacy is 67.53% and female literacy is 44.79%.