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
According to the 2011 Census, Khurmundi village had a total population of 1,061 people, including 484 males and 577 females, living in 229 households. The sex ratio was 1,192 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.39%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 66.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 647.
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 | 1,061 | 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 had a total population of 1,061, including 484 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Khurmundi?
Khurmundi had 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khurmundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khurmundi was 70.39%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 66.60%.