Khedadi
Khedadi is a village located in Arsha subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.8km away from sub-district headquarter Sirkabad (tehsildar office) and 24.7km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Arsha is the gram panchayat of Khedadi village.
Khedadi has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khedadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khedadi is 331186. The village spans a total geographical area of 129.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723216. Bokaro (bihar) is nearest town to Khedadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khedadi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Joypur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Purulia Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khedadi
Population of Khedadi
Below is a concise population overview of Khedadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 643 | 325 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 49 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 44 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 245 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 80 | 212 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khedadi village:
- The total population of Khedadi village is around 643, including approximately 325 males and 318 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 110 children aged 0–6 years in Khedadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khedadi village has 79 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 26 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khedadi village is about 54.59%, with male literacy at 75.38% and female literacy at 33.33%.
- There are around 113 households in Khedadi village.
Connectivity of Khedadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khedadi. As per the 2011 stats, Khedadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khedadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Khedadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khedadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khedadi
- Where is Khedadi located?
- Khedadi village is situated in Arsha Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khedadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khedadi is Arsha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Khedadi?
- The pincode of Khedadi is 723216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khedadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khedadi is 643, with 325 males and 318 females.
- How many households are there in Khedadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khedadi village has a total of 113 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khedadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khedadi is 54.59%. The male literacy rate is 75.38%, while the female literacy rate is 33.33%.