Khurchani - Huzur, Bhopal
Khurchani is a village situated in the Huzur tehsil of Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from Bhopal, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Khurchani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khurchani is 482500. The village covers a total geographical area of 473.61 hectares and falls under the 462044 pincode. Bhopal is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Khurchani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Huzur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhopal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khurchani
According to the 2011 Census, Khurchani village had a total population of 978 people, including 521 males and 457 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.98%, with male literacy at 71.90% and female literacy at 46.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 208, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 978 | 521 | 457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 69 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 208 | 116 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 514 | 325 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 196 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Khurchani
Khurchani 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 Khurchani
Khurchani 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhopal to Khurchani is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khurchani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khurchani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khurchani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khurchani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khurchani
Where is Khurchani located?
Khurchani village is located in Huzur Tehsil, Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khurchani?
Khurchani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khurchani?
The pincode of Khurchani is 462044.
What is the population of Khurchani?
Khurchani had a total population of 978, including 521 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Khurchani?
Khurchani had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khurchani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khurchani was 59.98%. Male literacy was 71.90% and female literacy was 46.67%.