Kem Kheda - Pichhore, Shivpuri
Kem Kheda is a village situated in the Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pichhore and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Kemkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kem Kheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kem Kheda is 456105. The village covers a total geographical area of 308.55 hectares and falls under the 473995 pincode. Pichhore is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kem 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 Shivpuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kem Kheda
As per Census 2011, Kem Kheda village has a total population of 1,218 people, consisting of 645 males and 573 females. The village has 278 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 278 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 456 literate and 762 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 484 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kem Kheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,218 | 645 | 573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 146 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 32 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 484 | 249 | 235 |
| Literate Population | 456 | 292 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 762 | 353 | 409 |
Nearby Villages of Kem Kheda
Kem 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipalkheda Isagarh | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Salaura Dakhili | South-East | 2.60 km |
| Rupepur | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Bhainswaya | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Padora | East | 3.17 km |
| Bhagal | North | 3.38 km |
| Chhirenta Isagarh | South | 3.68 km |
| Puraini | South-East | 3.98 km |
| Gurkudwaya | South-West | 4.05 km |
| Shergarh | North-East | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kem Kheda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kem Kheda. The nearest railway station is Lukwasa, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pichhore to Kem Kheda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Kem Kheda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kem Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kem Kheda 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 Kem 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 Kem 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 Kem Kheda
Where is Kem Kheda located?
Kem Kheda village is located in Pichhore Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kem Kheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kem Kheda is Kemkheda.
What is the pincode of Kem Kheda?
The pincode of Kem Kheda is 473995.
What is the population of Kem Kheda?
Kem Kheda has a total population of 1,218, including 645 males and 573 females.
How many households are there in Kem Kheda?
There are 278 households in Kem Kheda.
What is the literacy rate in Kem Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kem Kheda is 37.44%. Male literacy is 45.27% and female literacy is 28.62%.