Khala - Harrai, Chhindwara
Khala is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Budhaina(bhond) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khala is 494127. The village covers a total geographical area of 508.9 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Khala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khala
According to the 2011 Census, Khala village had a total population of 141 people, including 73 males and 68 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.70%, with male literacy at 33.90% and female literacy at 23.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 141.
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 | 141 | 73 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 73 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 53 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Khala
Khala 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 Khala
Public transport in the Khala is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Harrai to Khala is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Khala is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khala 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 Khala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khala 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 Khala
Where is Khala located?
Khala village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khala?
The Gram Panchayat of Khala is Budhaina(bhond).
What is the pincode of Khala?
The pincode of Khala is 480224.
What is the population of Khala?
Khala had a total population of 141, including 73 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Khala?
Khala had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khala was 28.70%. Male literacy was 33.90% and female literacy was 23.21%.