Salkan Khedi - Avantipur Barodia, Shajapur
Salkan Khedi is a village situated in the Avantipur Barodia tehsil of Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from Shujalpur and around 92 km from Shajapur. Padliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salkan Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salkan Khedi is 473101. The village covers a total geographical area of 327.12 hectares and falls under the 465118 pincode. Shujalpur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Salkan 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 Kalapipal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salkan Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Salkan Khedi village had a total population of 654 people, including 340 males and 314 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.29%, with male literacy at 96.13% and female literacy at 86.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126.
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 | 654 | 340 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 56 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 65 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 503 | 273 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 67 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Salkan Khedi
Salkan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saliya | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Padliya | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Begam Khedi | East | 2.66 km |
| Neemkhedi (malkasha Khedi) | North | 2.67 km |
| Deoli | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Aranya Khurd | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Lalpura | South | 3.20 km |
| Khanda Khedi | West | 3.39 km |
| Khati Khedi | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Mubarikpur | West | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Salkan Khedi
Salkan Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Akodia, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.0 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 Shujalpur to Salkan Khedi is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Salkan Khedi is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salkan Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salkan 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 Salkan 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 Salkan 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 Salkan Khedi
Where is Salkan Khedi located?
Salkan Khedi village is located in Avantipur Barodia Tehsil, Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salkan Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Salkan Khedi is Padliya.
What is the pincode of Salkan Khedi?
The pincode of Salkan Khedi is 465118.
What is the population of Salkan Khedi?
Salkan Khedi had a total population of 654, including 340 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Salkan Khedi?
Salkan Khedi had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salkan Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salkan Khedi was 91.29%. Male literacy was 96.13% and female literacy was 86.14%.