Khekhada
Khekhada is a village located in Deosar tehsil of Singrauli district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Deosar (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Singrauli. As per 2009 stats, Jobgarh is the gram panchayat of Khekhada village.
Khekhada has its own place in the vibrant Singrauli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khekhada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khekhada is 503843. The village spans a total geographical area of 505.71 hectares. Singrauli is nearest town to Khekhada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khekhada village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Devsar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sidhi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khekhada
Population of Khekhada
Below is a concise population overview of Khekhada as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,019 | 1,050 | 969 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 196 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 136 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 332 | 167 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 972 | 613 | 359 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,047 | 437 | 610 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khekhada village:
- The total population of Khekhada village is around 2,019, including approximately 1,050 males and 969 females, with a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 364 children aged 0–6 years in Khekhada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khekhada village has 287 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 332 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khekhada village is about 48.14%, with male literacy at 58.38% and female literacy at 37.05%.
- There are around 432 households in Khekhada village.
Connectivity of Khekhada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khekhada. As per the 2011 stats, Khekhada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khekhada
Knowing the nearby villages of Khekhada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khekhada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khekhada
- Where is Khekhada located?
- Khekhada village is situated in Deosar Tehsil, within the Singrauli district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khekhada?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khekhada is Jobgarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Khekhada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khekhada is 2,019, with 1,050 males and 969 females.
- How many households are there in Khekhada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khekhada village has a total of 432 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khekhada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khekhada is 48.14%. The male literacy rate is 58.38%, while the female literacy rate is 37.05%.