Khedanarayan - Badnagar, Ujjain
Khedanarayan is a village situated in the Badnagar tehsil of Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badnagar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Ujjain. Mundat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khedanarayan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khedanarayan is 471980. The village covers a total geographical area of 314.61 hectares and falls under the 456222 pincode. Badnagar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Khedanarayan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ujjain Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khedanarayan
As per Census 2011, Khedanarayan village has a total population of 442 people, consisting of 228 males and 214 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 229 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 147 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khedanarayan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 442 | 228 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 75 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 140 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 88 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Khedanarayan
Khedanarayan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mundat | South | 1.35 km |
| Dunalja | North | 1.85 km |
| Udsinga | West | 2.26 km |
| Labaycha | East | 2.33 km |
| Harnawada | East | 2.55 km |
| Khandoda | South | 2.63 km |
| Semalkhedi | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Gaondidevsi | North | 3.15 km |
| Gurawada | South-East | 3.31 km |
| Kalyanpura | South-West | 3.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khedanarayan
Khedanarayan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pirjhalar, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badnagar to Khedanarayan is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ujjain to Khedanarayan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khedanarayan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khedanarayan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khedanarayan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khedanarayan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khedanarayan
Where is Khedanarayan located?
Khedanarayan village is located in Badnagar Tehsil, Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khedanarayan?
The Gram Panchayat of Khedanarayan is Mundat.
What is the pincode of Khedanarayan?
The pincode of Khedanarayan is 456222.
What is the population of Khedanarayan?
Khedanarayan has a total population of 442, including 228 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Khedanarayan?
There are 82 households in Khedanarayan.
What is the literacy rate in Khedanarayan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khedanarayan is 51.81%. Male literacy is 61.40% and female literacy is 41.59%.