Kanya Khedi - Jawar, Sehore
Kanya Khedi is a village situated in the Jawar tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jawar and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Kalyan Pura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanya Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanya Khedi is 483074. The village covers a total geographical area of 415.02 hectares and falls under the 466221 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kanya Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanya Khedi
As per Census 2011, Kanya Khedi village has a total population of 690 people, consisting of 365 males and 325 females. The village has 138 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 418 literate and 272 illiterate residents. Additionally, 280 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanya Khedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 690 | 365 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 46 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 280 | 142 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 286 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 79 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Kanya Khedi
Kanya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harniyagaon | South | 2.16 km |
| Chamsi | East | 2.50 km |
| Kalyanpura | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Baijnath | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Kurawar | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Hajipur | West | 4.01 km |
| Khadi | South-East | 4.01 km |
| Titoriya | North-East | 4.62 km |
| Hakimpur | South-East | 4.84 km |
| Keshopur | South-West | 5.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanya Khedi
Kanya Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Akodia, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.6 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 Kanya Khedi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Kanya Khedi is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanya Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanya Khedi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanya 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 Kanya Khedi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanya Khedi
Where is Kanya Khedi located?
Kanya Khedi village is located in Jawar Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanya Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanya Khedi is Kalyan Pura.
What is the pincode of Kanya Khedi?
The pincode of Kanya Khedi is 466221.
What is the population of Kanya Khedi?
Kanya Khedi has a total population of 690, including 365 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Kanya Khedi?
There are 138 households in Kanya Khedi.
What is the literacy rate in Kanya Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanya Khedi is 60.58%. Male literacy is 78.36% and female literacy is 40.62%.