Deepla Khedi - Ashta, Sehore
Deepla Khedi is a village situated in the Ashta tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashta and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Memda Khedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deepla Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deepla Khedi is 482900. The village covers a total geographical area of 356.44 hectares and falls under the 466116 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Deepla Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Deepla Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Deepla Khedi village had a total population of 759 people, including 402 males and 357 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.10%, with male literacy at 67.16% and female literacy at 45.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 148, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 244.
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 | 759 | 402 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 64 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 73 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 244 | 132 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 227 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 175 | 218 |
Nearby Villages of Deepla Khedi
Deepla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mali Khedi | North-West | 1.09 km |
| Lasudliya Vijaysingh | East | 1.76 km |
| Memda Khedi | West | 1.82 km |
| Sanga Khedi | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Khaladiya | North | 2.42 km |
| Nanakpur | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Richhadiya | North-East | 2.79 km |
| Paladiya | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Udanpura | West | 2.91 km |
| Morukhedi | South-West | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deepla Khedi
Deepla Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Jabri, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.8 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 Deepla Khedi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Deepla Khedi is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deepla Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deepla Khedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Deepla 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 Deepla Khedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deepla Khedi
Where is Deepla Khedi located?
Deepla Khedi village is located in Ashta Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Deepla Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Deepla Khedi is Memda Khedi.
What is the pincode of Deepla Khedi?
The pincode of Deepla Khedi is 466116.
What is the population of Deepla Khedi?
Deepla Khedi had a total population of 759, including 402 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Deepla Khedi?
Deepla Khedi had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deepla Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deepla Khedi was 57.10%. Male literacy was 67.16% and female literacy was 45.87%.