Kalu Khedli - Badoda, Sheopur
Kalu Khedli is a village situated in the Badoda tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badoda and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Bahdawad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalu Khedli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalu Khedli is 451774. The village covers a total geographical area of 366 hectares and falls under the 476339 pincode. Badoda is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kalu Khedli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheopur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalu Khedli
As per Census 2011, Kalu Khedli village has a total population of 516 people, consisting of 271 males and 245 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 289 literate and 227 illiterate residents. Additionally, 200 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalu Khedli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 516 | 271 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 110 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 289 | 178 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 93 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Kalu Khedli
Kalu Khedli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahdawad | North-East | 1.34 km |
| Rajpura Jhunjhunipura | South-West | 1.40 km |
| Kuhanjapur | South | 1.62 km |
| Basond | North | 1.93 km |
| Bida Khedli | East | 2.09 km |
| Rajaura | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Adotpura Alis_e Rajpu | South | 2.25 km |
| Lalitpura | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Panwada | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Bajarli | North | 3.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalu Khedli
Kalu Khedli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sheopur Kalan, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Badoda to Kalu Khedli is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Kalu Khedli is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalu Khedli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalu Khedli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalu Khedli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalu Khedli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalu Khedli
Where is Kalu Khedli located?
Kalu Khedli village is located in Badoda Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalu Khedli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalu Khedli is Bahdawad.
What is the pincode of Kalu Khedli?
The pincode of Kalu Khedli is 476339.
What is the population of Kalu Khedli?
Kalu Khedli has a total population of 516, including 271 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Kalu Khedli?
There are 105 households in Kalu Khedli.
What is the literacy rate in Kalu Khedli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalu Khedli is 56.01%. Male literacy is 65.68% and female literacy is 45.31%.