Khandala Rao - Jobat, Alirajpur
Khandala Rao is a village situated in the Jobat tehsil of Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jobat and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Alirajpur. Khanda Larao serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khandala Rao village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandala Rao is 504989. The village covers a total geographical area of 570.97 hectares and falls under the 457990 pincode. Alirajpur is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Khandala Rao 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 Khandala Rao
According to the 2011 Census, Khandala Rao village had a total population of 1,908 people, including 966 males and 942 females, living in 303 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.47%, with male literacy at 51.66% and female literacy at 33.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,902.
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 | 1,908 | 966 | 942 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 394 | 213 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,902 | 963 | 939 |
| Literate Population | 643 | 389 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,265 | 577 | 688 |
Nearby Villages of Khandala Rao
Khandala Rao 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 Khandala Rao
Khandala Rao 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 <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 Alirajpur to Khandala Rao is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandala Rao
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandala Rao 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 Khandala Rao
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandala Rao village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khandala Rao
Where is Khandala Rao located?
Khandala Rao village is located in Jobat Tehsil, Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandala Rao?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandala Rao is Khanda Larao.
What is the pincode of Khandala Rao?
The pincode of Khandala Rao is 457990.
What is the population of Khandala Rao?
Khandala Rao had a total population of 1,908, including 966 males and 942 females.
How many households are there in Khandala Rao?
Khandala Rao had 303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandala Rao?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandala Rao was 42.47%. Male literacy was 51.66% and female literacy was 33.38%.