Van Kheda - Doraha, Sehore
Van Kheda is a village situated in the Doraha tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Shyampur and around 56 km from Sehore. Van Kheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Van Kheda is 482757. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.65 hectares and falls under the 466651 pincode. Sehore is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Van Kheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sehore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhopal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Van Kheda
As per Census 2011, Van Kheda village has a total population of 1,193 people, consisting of 626 males and 567 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 781 literate and 412 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 73 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Van Kheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,193 | 626 | 567 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 85 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 107 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 781 | 474 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 152 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Van Kheda
Van 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 Van Kheda
Van Kheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Sehore to Van Kheda is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Van Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Van Kheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Van 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 Van Kheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Van Kheda
Where is Van Kheda located?
Van Kheda village is located in Doraha Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Van Kheda?
Van Kheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Van Kheda?
The pincode of Van Kheda is 466651.
What is the population of Van Kheda?
Van Kheda has a total population of 1,193, including 626 males and 567 females.
How many households are there in Van Kheda?
There are 298 households in Van Kheda.
What is the literacy rate in Van Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Van Kheda is 65.47%. Male literacy is 75.72% and female literacy is 54.14%.