Karaikheda Kalan - Sironj, Vidisha
Karaikheda Kalan is a village situated in the Sironj tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironj and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Rusallidama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karaikheda Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karaikheda Kalan is 480720. The village covers a total geographical area of 317.82 hectares and falls under the 464228 pincode. Sironj is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Karaikheda Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karaikheda Kalan
As per Census 2011, Karaikheda Kalan village has a total population of 768 people, consisting of 412 males and 356 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 464 literate and 304 illiterate residents. Additionally, 129 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 39 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karaikheda Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 768 | 412 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 58 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 71 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 464 | 297 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 304 | 115 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Karaikheda Kalan
Karaikheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ibrahimpur | South-East | 1.18 km |
| Bandipur | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Bishrampur | East | 2.27 km |
| Mudra Mata | North-West | 2.84 km |
| Okhli Kheda | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Hadipur | West | 3.94 km |
| Korwai | South | 3.96 km |
| Bhagwantpur | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Mohan Khedi | East | 4.36 km |
| Sirajnagar | South | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karaikheda Kalan
Karaikheda Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Radogarh, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Karaikheda Kalan is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Karaikheda Kalan is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karaikheda Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karaikheda Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karaikheda 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 Karaikheda Kalan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Karaikheda Kalan
Where is Karaikheda Kalan located?
Karaikheda Kalan village is located in Sironj Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karaikheda Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Karaikheda Kalan is Rusallidama.
What is the pincode of Karaikheda Kalan?
The pincode of Karaikheda Kalan is 464228.
What is the population of Karaikheda Kalan?
Karaikheda Kalan has a total population of 768, including 412 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Karaikheda Kalan?
There are 127 households in Karaikheda Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Karaikheda Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karaikheda Kalan is 60.42%. Male literacy is 72.09% and female literacy is 46.91%.