Khetgaon - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Khetgaon is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Khentgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khetgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khetgaon is 502175. The village covers a total geographical area of 1089.98 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Anuppur is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Khetgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khetgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Khetgaon village had a total population of 2,393 people, including 1,207 males and 1,186 females, living in 520 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.38%, with male literacy at 62.76% and female literacy at 41.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,292.
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 | 2,393 | 1,207 | 1,186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 417 | 216 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,292 | 1,153 | 1,139 |
| Literate Population | 1,035 | 622 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,358 | 585 | 773 |
Nearby Villages of Khetgaon
Khetgaon 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 Khetgaon
Public transport in the Khetgaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Anuppur to Khetgaon is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khetgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khetgaon 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 Khetgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khetgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khetgaon
Where is Khetgaon located?
Khetgaon village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khetgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khetgaon is Khentgaon.
What is the pincode of Khetgaon?
The pincode of Khetgaon is 484881.
What is the population of Khetgaon?
Khetgaon had a total population of 2,393, including 1,207 males and 1,186 females.
How many households are there in Khetgaon?
Khetgaon had 520 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khetgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khetgaon was 52.38%. Male literacy was 62.76% and female literacy was 41.93%.