Polaya Khurd - Polaykala, Shajapur
Polaya Khurd is a village situated in the Polaykala tehsil of Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Gulana and around 47 km from Shajapur. Polaykhurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Polaya Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Polaya Khurd is 472885. The village covers a total geographical area of 2076.82 hectares and falls under the 465223 pincode. Shajapur is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Polaya Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shujalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Polaya Khurd
As per Census 2011, Polaya Khurd village has a total population of 3,286 people, consisting of 1,693 males and 1,593 females. The village has 618 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 409 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,306 literate and 980 illiterate residents. Additionally, 806 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Polaya Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,286 | 1,693 | 1,593 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 409 | 207 | 202 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 806 | 421 | 385 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | - | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,306 | 1,392 | 914 |
| Illiterate Population | 980 | 301 | 679 |
Nearby Villages of Polaya Khurd
Polaya Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sujatpur (chontiya Khedi) | South | 2.46 km |
| Bheempura Polay | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Mortha Malothar | North | 2.80 km |
| Niwalya | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Madhopur | West | 3.23 km |
| Khaspura | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Jarkhi Sakrai | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Borsali | North-West | 3.97 km |
| Khatsur | South-East | 4.42 km |
| Nitardi | North | 4.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Polaya Khurd
Polaya Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Akodia, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.8 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 Shajapur to Polaya Khurd is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Polaya Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Polaya Khurd 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Polaya Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Polaya Khurd 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 Polaya Khurd
Where is Polaya Khurd located?
Polaya Khurd village is located in Polaykala Tehsil, Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Polaya Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Polaya Khurd is Polaykhurd.
What is the pincode of Polaya Khurd?
The pincode of Polaya Khurd is 465223.
What is the population of Polaya Khurd?
Polaya Khurd has a total population of 3,286, including 1,693 males and 1,593 females.
How many households are there in Polaya Khurd?
There are 618 households in Polaya Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Polaya Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Polaya Khurd is 70.18%. Male literacy is 82.22% and female literacy is 57.38%.