Khuwa - Bijawar, Chhatarpur
Khuwa is a village situated in the Bijawar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijawar and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Dhilari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khuwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuwa is 458261. The village covers a total geographical area of 1061.13 hectares and falls under the 471405 pincode. Bijawar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khuwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khuwa
According to the 2011 Census, Khuwa village had a total population of 399 people, including 217 males and 182 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 839 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.25%, with male literacy at 55.03% and female literacy at 51.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 244.
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 | 399 | 217 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 48 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 244 | 137 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 93 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 124 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Khuwa
Khuwa 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 Khuwa
Khuwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bijawar to Khuwa is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Khuwa is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuwa 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuwa 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 Khuwa
Where is Khuwa located?
Khuwa village is located in Bijawar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Khuwa is Dhilari.
What is the pincode of Khuwa?
The pincode of Khuwa is 471405.
What is the population of Khuwa?
Khuwa had a total population of 399, including 217 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Khuwa?
Khuwa had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuwa was 53.25%. Male literacy was 55.03% and female literacy was 51.08%.