Raju Khedi - Sehore
Raju Khedi is a village situated in the Sehore tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Sehore, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Raju Khedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raju Khedi is 482636. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.94 hectares and falls under the 466001 pincode. Sehore is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Raju Khedi 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 Raju Khedi
As per Census 2011, Raju Khedi village has a total population of 745 people, consisting of 370 males and 375 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 377 literate and 368 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raju Khedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 745 | 370 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 49 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 229 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 141 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Raju Khedi
Raju 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manpura | West | 1.49 km |
| Raipura | East | 1.51 km |
| Jakhakhedi | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Rola | North-West | 2.01 km |
| Hasanpura | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Semali Khurd | South | 2.52 km |
| Mungaoli | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Kodiya Chhitu | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Jamonya Kalan | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Bijori | South | 4.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raju Khedi
Raju Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Baktal, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Sehore to Raju Khedi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raju Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raju 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 Raju 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 Raju 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 Raju Khedi
Where is Raju Khedi located?
Raju Khedi village is located in Sehore Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raju Khedi?
Raju Khedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Raju Khedi?
The pincode of Raju Khedi is 466001.
What is the population of Raju Khedi?
Raju Khedi has a total population of 745, including 370 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Raju Khedi?
There are 190 households in Raju Khedi.
What is the literacy rate in Raju Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raju Khedi is 50.60%. Male literacy is 61.89% and female literacy is 39.47%.