Khapa - Multai, Betul
Khapa is a village situated in the Multai tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Multai and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Banoor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khapa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khapa is 486112. The village covers a total geographical area of 426.38 hectares and falls under the 460557 pincode. Multai is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Khapa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Multai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khapa
According to the 2011 Census, Khapa village had a total population of 355 people, including 187 males and 168 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 898 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.67%, with male literacy at 87.73% and female literacy at 67.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 355 | 187 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 24 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 143 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 44 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Khapa
Khapa 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 Khapa
Khapa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Multai to Khapa is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Khapa is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khapa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khapa 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 Khapa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khapa 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 Khapa
Where is Khapa located?
Khapa village is located in Multai Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khapa?
The Gram Panchayat of Khapa is Banoor.
What is the pincode of Khapa?
The pincode of Khapa is 460557.
What is the population of Khapa?
Khapa had a total population of 355, including 187 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Khapa?
Khapa had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khapa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khapa was 77.67%. Male literacy was 87.73% and female literacy was 67.10%.