Med Khedi - Badoda, Sheopur
Med Khedi is a village situated in the Badoda tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badoda and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Nayagaon Tekhand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Med Khedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Med Khedi is 451805. The village covers a total geographical area of 535 hectares and falls under the 476339 pincode. Badoda is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Med 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 Sheopur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Med Khedi
According to the 2011 Census, Med Khedi village had a total population of 695 people, including 374 males and 321 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 858 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.40%, with male literacy at 59.25% and female literacy at 35.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 422.
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 | 695 | 374 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 55 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 34 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 422 | 215 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 189 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 185 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Med Khedi
Med Khedi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Med Khedi
Med Khedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badoda to Med Khedi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Med Khedi is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Med Khedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Med Khedi 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 Med 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 Med Khedi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Med Khedi
Where is Med Khedi located?
Med Khedi village is located in Badoda Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Med Khedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Med Khedi is Nayagaon Tekhand.
What is the pincode of Med Khedi?
The pincode of Med Khedi is 476339.
What is the population of Med Khedi?
Med Khedi had a total population of 695, including 374 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Med Khedi?
Med Khedi had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Med Khedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Med Khedi was 48.40%. Male literacy was 59.25% and female literacy was 35.87%.