Uncha Kheda - Rehti, Sehore
Uncha Kheda is a village situated in the Rehti tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rehti and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Unchakheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uncha Kheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uncha Kheda is 483624. The village covers a total geographical area of 971.62 hectares and falls under the 466446 pincode. Rehti is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Uncha 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 Budhni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Uncha Kheda
As per Census 2011, Uncha Kheda village has a total population of 865 people, consisting of 451 males and 414 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 510 literate and 355 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uncha Kheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 865 | 451 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 68 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 510 | 312 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 139 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Uncha Kheda
Uncha Kheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ondia (odia) | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Bayan | South | 3.56 km |
| Bibda | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Ratanpur | North | 3.72 km |
| Satar | South | 4.17 km |
| Pan Guradia | South-West | 4.45 km |
| Dipakheda | South | 4.85 km |
| Ninor | South-East | 5.92 km |
| Mathni | South | 6.01 km |
| Holipura | East | 6.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Uncha Kheda
Uncha Kheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Midghat, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rehti to Uncha Kheda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Uncha Kheda is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uncha Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uncha Kheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uncha 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 Uncha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Uncha Kheda
Where is Uncha Kheda located?
Uncha Kheda village is located in Rehti Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uncha Kheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Uncha Kheda is Unchakheda.
What is the pincode of Uncha Kheda?
The pincode of Uncha Kheda is 466446.
What is the population of Uncha Kheda?
Uncha Kheda has a total population of 865, including 451 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Uncha Kheda?
There are 173 households in Uncha Kheda.
What is the literacy rate in Uncha Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uncha Kheda is 58.96%. Male literacy is 69.18% and female literacy is 47.83%.