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
As per Census 2011, Narpa Khedi village has a total population of 745 people, consisting of 366 males and 379 females. The village has 146 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 187 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 251 literate and 494 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 545 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narpa Khedi are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 745, including 366 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Narpa Khedi?
There are 146 households in Narpa Khedi.
What is the literacy rate in Narpa Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narpa Khedi is 33.69%. Male literacy is 39.34% and female literacy is 28.23%.