Raikhedi - Sironj, Vidisha
Raikhedi is a village situated in the Sironj tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironj and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Ghosuatal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raikhedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raikhedi is 480900. The village covers a total geographical area of 216.59 hectares and falls under the 464228 pincode. Sironj is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Raikhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raikhedi
As per Census 2011, Raikhedi village has a total population of 135 people, consisting of 74 males and 61 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 824 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 76 literate and 59 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raikhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 135 | 74 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 52 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 22 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Raikhedi
Raikhedi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Raikhedi
Raikhedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sironj to Raikhedi is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Raikhedi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raikhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raikhedi 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 Raikhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raikhedi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raikhedi
Where is Raikhedi located?
Raikhedi village is located in Sironj Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raikhedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Raikhedi is Ghosuatal.
What is the pincode of Raikhedi?
The pincode of Raikhedi is 464228.
What is the population of Raikhedi?
Raikhedi has a total population of 135, including 74 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Raikhedi?
There are 30 households in Raikhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Raikhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raikhedi is 56.30%. Male literacy is 70.27% and female literacy is 39.34%.