Lahar Kheda - Shujalpur, Shajapur
Lahar Kheda is a village situated in the Shujalpur tehsil of Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shujalpur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Shajapur. Laharkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lahar Kheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lahar Kheda is 472993. The village covers a total geographical area of 680 hectares and falls under the 465227 pincode. Shujalpur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Lahar 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 Shujalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lahar Kheda
As per Census 2011, Lahar Kheda village has a total population of 1,256 people, consisting of 629 males and 627 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males. There are 169 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 720 literate and 536 illiterate residents. Additionally, 250 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lahar Kheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,256 | 629 | 627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 75 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 129 | 121 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 720 | 458 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 536 | 171 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Lahar Kheda
Lahar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mandalkha | West | 1.68 km |
| Jabardi | East | 2.67 km |
| Rupahedi | West | 3.43 km |
| Ninore | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Tikod | North-East | 3.91 km |
| Dugdha | South-East | 3.99 km |
| Nolaya | West | 4.37 km |
| Dubadiya | South | 4.40 km |
| Itawa | North-West | 4.62 km |
| Kadwala | South-West | 4.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lahar Kheda
Lahar Kheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mohammadkhera, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shujalpur to Lahar Kheda is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Lahar Kheda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lahar Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lahar Kheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lahar 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 Lahar Kheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lahar Kheda
Where is Lahar Kheda located?
Lahar Kheda village is located in Shujalpur Tehsil, Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lahar Kheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Lahar Kheda is Laharkheda.
What is the pincode of Lahar Kheda?
The pincode of Lahar Kheda is 465227.
What is the population of Lahar Kheda?
Lahar Kheda has a total population of 1,256, including 629 males and 627 females.
How many households are there in Lahar Kheda?
There are 265 households in Lahar Kheda.
What is the literacy rate in Lahar Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lahar Kheda is 57.32%. Male literacy is 72.81% and female literacy is 41.79%.