Kankarkhedi Kalan - Sironj, Vidisha
Kankarkhedi Kalan is a village situated in the Sironj tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironj and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Chitabar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kankarkhedi Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kankarkhedi Kalan is 480630. The village covers a total geographical area of 307.77 hectares and falls under the 464114 pincode. Sironj is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kankarkhedi Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kankarkhedi Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Kankarkhedi Kalan village had a total population of 255 people, including 139 males and 116 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 835 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.61%, with male literacy at 71.55% and female literacy at 49.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65.
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 | 255 | 139 | 116 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 83 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 56 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Kankarkhedi Kalan
Kankarkhedi Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bharna Kheda | South | 1.82 km |
| Chitawar | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Orakhedi | North | 2.79 km |
| Kanera | East | 2.81 km |
| Nekan | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Hafiznagar | North-West | 3.81 km |
| Hinotia Mali | South | 3.87 km |
| Motigarh | East | 4.20 km |
| Badher | West | 4.30 km |
| Barkhedi | North | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kankarkhedi Kalan
Kankarkhedi Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ganj Basoda, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sironj to Kankarkhedi Kalan is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Kankarkhedi Kalan is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kankarkhedi Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kankarkhedi Kalan 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 Kankarkhedi Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kankarkhedi Kalan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kankarkhedi Kalan
Where is Kankarkhedi Kalan located?
Kankarkhedi Kalan village is located in Sironj Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kankarkhedi Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kankarkhedi Kalan is Chitabar.
What is the pincode of Kankarkhedi Kalan?
The pincode of Kankarkhedi Kalan is 464114.
What is the population of Kankarkhedi Kalan?
Kankarkhedi Kalan had a total population of 255, including 139 males and 116 females.
How many households are there in Kankarkhedi Kalan?
Kankarkhedi Kalan had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kankarkhedi Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kankarkhedi Kalan was 61.61%. Male literacy was 71.55% and female literacy was 49.47%.