Khamtara Mal - Tendukheda, Damoh
Khamtara Mal is a village situated in the Tendukheda tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tendukheda and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Jhamra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khamtara Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamtara Mal is 462828. The village covers a total geographical area of 399.67 hectares and falls under the 470880 pincode. Tendukheda is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Khamtara Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khamtara Mal
According to the 2011 Census, Khamtara Mal village had a total population of 708 people, including 367 males and 341 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.12%, with male literacy at 81.54% and female literacy at 52.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 172, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 174.
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 | 708 | 367 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 69 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 89 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 96 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 394 | 243 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 124 | 190 |
Nearby Villages of Khamtara Mal
Khamtara Mal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kopa Deori | East | 2.20 km |
| Chor Khamariya | South | 2.51 km |
| Khamariya Shivlal | East | 3.13 km |
| Bansi | North-East | 3.83 km |
| Sarra Tuda | South | 3.87 km |
| Sakla Mal | East | 3.87 km |
| Bamhori Mal | South-East | 4.49 km |
| Taradehi Mal | South-East | 4.49 km |
| Gopalpur | North-East | 4.77 km |
| Barbata Taradehi | South-East | 5.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khamtara Mal
Khamtara Mal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shridham, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tendukheda to Khamtara Mal is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Khamtara Mal is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamtara Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamtara Mal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khamtara Mal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamtara Mal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khamtara Mal
Where is Khamtara Mal located?
Khamtara Mal village is located in Tendukheda Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khamtara Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Khamtara Mal is Jhamra.
What is the pincode of Khamtara Mal?
The pincode of Khamtara Mal is 470880.
What is the population of Khamtara Mal?
Khamtara Mal had a total population of 708, including 367 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Khamtara Mal?
Khamtara Mal had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khamtara Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamtara Mal was 67.12%. Male literacy was 81.54% and female literacy was 52.25%.