Khitwas - Berasia, Bhopal
Khitwas is a village situated in the Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berasia and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhopal. Khitwas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khitwas is 482217. The village covers a total geographical area of 547.02 hectares and falls under the 463106 pincode. Berasia is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khitwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Berasia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhopal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khitwas
As per Census 2011, Khitwas village has a total population of 746 people, consisting of 396 males and 350 females. The village has 172 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 382 literate and 364 illiterate residents. Additionally, 216 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khitwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 746 | 396 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 62 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 114 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 243 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 153 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Khitwas
Khitwas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anandipura | South | 1.79 km |
| Jujpura | West | 1.80 km |
| Pathariya | East | 1.84 km |
| Bagapura | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Gondipura | North | 2.35 km |
| Borpura | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Nidanpur | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Shahpur | North | 3.60 km |
| Chanda Saloi | North-East | 4.08 km |
| Bhojapura | South-West | 4.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khitwas
Khitwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dewanganj, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.3 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 Berasia to Khitwas is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhopal to Khitwas is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khitwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khitwas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khitwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khitwas 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khitwas
Where is Khitwas located?
Khitwas village is located in Berasia Tehsil, Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khitwas?
Khitwas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khitwas?
The pincode of Khitwas is 463106.
What is the population of Khitwas?
Khitwas has a total population of 746, including 396 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Khitwas?
There are 172 households in Khitwas.
What is the literacy rate in Khitwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khitwas is 51.21%. Male literacy is 61.36% and female literacy is 39.71%.