Khelagaon - Nalkheda, Agar-Malwa
Khelagaon is a village situated in the Nalkheda tehsil of Agar-Malwa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from Nalkheda and around 50 km from Shajapur. Khelagav serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khelagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khelagaon is 472304. The village covers a total geographical area of 491.35 hectares and falls under the 465445 pincode. Nalkheda is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khelagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khelagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Khelagaon village had a total population of 832 people, including 425 males and 407 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.41%, with male literacy at 88.13% and female literacy at 61.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 171, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 166.
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 | 832 | 425 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 46 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 82 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 87 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 555 | 334 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 91 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Khelagaon
Khelagaon 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 Khelagaon
Khelagaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nalkheda to Khelagaon is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Khelagaon is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khelagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khelagaon 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 Khelagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khelagaon 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 Khelagaon
Where is Khelagaon located?
Khelagaon village is located in Nalkheda Tehsil, Agar-Malwa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khelagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khelagaon is Khelagav.
What is the pincode of Khelagaon?
The pincode of Khelagaon is 465445.
What is the population of Khelagaon?
Khelagaon had a total population of 832, including 425 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Khelagaon?
Khelagaon had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khelagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khelagaon was 75.41%. Male literacy was 88.13% and female literacy was 61.90%.