Khamla - Bhainsdehi, Betul
Khamla is a village situated in the Bhainsdehi tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhainsdehi and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Khamla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamla is 485352. The village covers a total geographical area of 1192.73 hectares and falls under the 460220 pincode. Bhainsdehi is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Khamla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhainsdehi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khamla
As per Census 2011, Khamla village has a total population of 2,760 people, consisting of 1,434 males and 1,326 females. The village has 668 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 391 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,478 literate and 1,282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,293 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 222 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khamla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,760 | 1,434 | 1,326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 391 | 214 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,293 | 671 | 622 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 222 | 117 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 1,478 | 866 | 612 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,282 | 568 | 714 |
Nearby Villages of Khamla
Khamla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baramacha | East | 2.00 km |
| Jamukheda | West | 2.52 km |
| Sendiya | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Lokaldari | South | 3.16 km |
| Borkhedi Nai | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Dedpani | East | 3.91 km |
| Kabra Raiyat | North-East | 4.87 km |
| Kukaru | West | 5.02 km |
| Kabra Malgujari | North-East | 5.32 km |
| Ghogal | North-West | 5.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khamla
Khamla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Achalpur, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bhainsdehi to Khamla is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Khamla is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khamla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khamla
Where is Khamla located?
Khamla village is located in Bhainsdehi Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamla?
Khamla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khamla?
The pincode of Khamla is 460220.
What is the population of Khamla?
Khamla has a total population of 2,760, including 1,434 males and 1,326 females.
How many households are there in Khamla?
There are 668 households in Khamla.
What is the literacy rate in Khamla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamla is 53.55%. Male literacy is 60.39% and female literacy is 46.15%.