Sheel Kheda - Shamshabad, Vidisha
Sheel Kheda is a village situated in the Shamshabad tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shamshabad and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Rampura Jageer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sheel Kheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sheel Kheda is 481532. The village covers a total geographical area of 447.81 hectares and falls under the 464111 pincode. Shamshabad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sheel Kheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sheel Kheda
As per Census 2011, Sheel Kheda village has a total population of 301 people, consisting of 163 males and 138 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 846 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 137 literate and 164 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sheel Kheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 301 | 163 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 35 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 89 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 74 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Sheel Kheda
Sheel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sagar | South-West | 0.80 km |
| Hingli Jagir | North-East | 1.10 km |
| Rampura Jagir | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Agra Jagir | North-West | 2.89 km |
| Motipur | South | 3.33 km |
| Thana | East | 3.35 km |
| Beel Khedi | West | 3.49 km |
| Barkheda Jagir | South-West | 3.93 km |
| Narayanpur | South | 4.19 km |
| Pura Jagir | North | 4.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sheel Kheda
Sheel Kheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ganj Basoda, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shamshabad to Sheel Kheda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Sheel Kheda is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sheel Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sheel Kheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sheel 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 Sheel Kheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sheel Kheda
Where is Sheel Kheda located?
Sheel Kheda village is located in Shamshabad Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sheel Kheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sheel Kheda is Rampura Jageer.
What is the pincode of Sheel Kheda?
The pincode of Sheel Kheda is 464111.
What is the population of Sheel Kheda?
Sheel Kheda has a total population of 301, including 163 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Sheel Kheda?
There are 49 households in Sheel Kheda.
What is the literacy rate in Sheel Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sheel Kheda is 45.51%. Male literacy is 54.60% and female literacy is 34.78%.