Narpa Khedi - Jawar, Sehore
Narpa Khedi is a village situated in the Jawar tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jawar and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Shyampura Magarda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Narpa Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narpa Khedi is 483146. The village covers a total geographical area of 1808.75 hectares and falls under the 466118 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Narpa Khedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Narpa Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Narpa Khedi village had a total population of 745 people, including 366 males and 379 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.98%, with male literacy at 50.70% and female literacy at 39.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 545.
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 | 745 | 366 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 82 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 545 | 255 | 290 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 144 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 494 | 222 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Narpa Khedi
Narpa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Guradiya Rao | North | 3.25 km |
| Fatehpur Jageer | East | 3.79 km |
| Nogaon | North-East | 4.32 km |
| Chhayan Kalan | West | 4.56 km |
| Bawdikheda | South | 5.01 km |
| Shahjahanpura | North | 5.09 km |
| Pamakhedi | North-West | 5.22 km |
| Baja Khedi | North | 5.41 km |
| Rampura Kalan | East | 5.58 km |
| Shyampura Magarda | West | 6.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narpa Khedi
Narpa Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jabri, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.5 km.
| 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 Ashta to Narpa Khedi is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Narpa Khedi is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narpa Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narpa 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 Narpa 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 Narpa Khedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Narpa Khedi
Where is Narpa Khedi located?
Narpa Khedi village is located in Jawar Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narpa Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Narpa Khedi is Shyampura Magarda.
What is the pincode of Narpa Khedi?
The pincode of Narpa Khedi is 466118.
What is the population of Narpa Khedi?
Narpa Khedi had a total population of 745, including 366 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Narpa Khedi?
Narpa Khedi had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narpa Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narpa Khedi was 44.98%. Male literacy was 50.70% and female literacy was 39.05%.