Khutaja Chhota - Chandra Shekhar Azad Nagar, Alirajpur
Khutaja Chhota is a village situated in the Chandra Shekhar Azad Nagar tehsil of Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from Bhavra and around 42 km from Alirajpur. Chhotakhutaja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khutaja Chhota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khutaja Chhota is 504932. The village covers a total geographical area of 446.94 hectares and falls under the 457882 pincode. Bhavra is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Khutaja Chhota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jobat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratlam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khutaja Chhota
As per Census 2011, Khutaja Chhota village has a total population of 1,647 people, consisting of 827 males and 820 females. The village has 334 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 280 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 592 literate and 1,055 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,619 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khutaja Chhota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,647 | 827 | 820 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 149 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,619 | 811 | 808 |
| Literate Population | 592 | 365 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,055 | 462 | 593 |
Nearby Villages of Khutaja Chhota
Khutaja Chhota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deetya Ka Falya | North | 1.76 km |
| Malpur Badi | East | 1.90 km |
| Koriya Pan | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Khutaja Bada | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Malpur Chhoti | East | 3.22 km |
| Kareti Chhoti | East | 3.74 km |
| Roligaon | South | 3.85 km |
| Borka Aara | West | 3.85 km |
| Borkundiya | West | 3.88 km |
| Polchhoti | South-West | 4.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khutaja Chhota
Khutaja Chhota is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dhamarda, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhavra to Khutaja Chhota is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alirajpur to Khutaja Chhota is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khutaja Chhota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khutaja Chhota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khutaja Chhota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khutaja Chhota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khutaja Chhota
Where is Khutaja Chhota located?
Khutaja Chhota village is located in Chandra Shekhar Azad Nagar Tehsil, Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khutaja Chhota?
The Gram Panchayat of Khutaja Chhota is Chhotakhutaja.
What is the pincode of Khutaja Chhota?
The pincode of Khutaja Chhota is 457882.
What is the population of Khutaja Chhota?
Khutaja Chhota has a total population of 1,647, including 827 males and 820 females.
How many households are there in Khutaja Chhota?
There are 334 households in Khutaja Chhota.
What is the literacy rate in Khutaja Chhota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khutaja Chhota is 35.94%. Male literacy is 44.14% and female literacy is 27.68%.