Khurmundi - Paraswada, Balaghat
Khurmundi is a village situated in the Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paraswada and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Khurmundi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khurmundi is 498358. The village covers a total geographical area of 525.87 hectares and falls under the 481111 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town.
Khurmundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paraswada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khurmundi
As per Census 2011, Khurmundi village has a total population of 1,061 people, consisting of 484 males and 577 females. The village has 229 households and a sex ratio of 1,192 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 656 literate and 405 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 647 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khurmundi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,061 | 484 | 577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 64 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 647 | 273 | 374 |
| Literate Population | 656 | 315 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 169 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Khurmundi
Khurmundi 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 Khurmundi
Khurmundi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Balaghat to Khurmundi is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khurmundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khurmundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khurmundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khurmundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khurmundi
Where is Khurmundi located?
Khurmundi village is located in Paraswada Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khurmundi?
Khurmundi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khurmundi?
The pincode of Khurmundi is 481111.
What is the population of Khurmundi?
Khurmundi has a total population of 1,061, including 484 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Khurmundi?
There are 229 households in Khurmundi.
What is the literacy rate in Khurmundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khurmundi is 61.83%. Male literacy is 65.08% and female literacy is 59.10%.