Kedli - Nokha, Bikaner
Kedli is a village situated in the Nokha tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nokha and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Kedli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kedli is 069681. The village covers a total geographical area of 1333.35 hectares and falls under the 334803 pincode. Nokha is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kedli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kedli
As per Census 2011, Kedli village has a total population of 2,327 people, consisting of 1,217 males and 1,110 females. The village has 391 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 453 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,249 literate and 1,078 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kedli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,327 | 1,217 | 1,110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 453 | 245 | 208 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 100 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,249 | 810 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,078 | 407 | 671 |
Nearby Villages of Kedli
Kedli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Taant | North-West | 3.79 km |
| Kalri | South | 3.93 km |
| Jakhaniya | East | 4.43 km |
| Bandhra | North | 4.64 km |
| Swaroopsar | West | 6.84 km |
| Khadkali | South | 7.58 km |
| Derwa | South-East | 7.85 km |
| Karnetpura | North-East | 7.87 km |
| Silwa | North | 7.90 km |
| Khariya | North-East | 8.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kedli
Kedli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Shri Balaji, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.3 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 Nokha to Kedli is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Kedli is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kedli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kedli 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 Kedli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kedli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kedli
Where is Kedli located?
Kedli village is located in Nokha Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kedli?
Kedli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kedli?
The pincode of Kedli is 334803.
What is the population of Kedli?
Kedli has a total population of 2,327, including 1,217 males and 1,110 females.
How many households are there in Kedli?
There are 391 households in Kedli.
What is the literacy rate in Kedli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kedli is 53.67%. Male literacy is 66.56% and female literacy is 39.55%.