Khal - Khategaon, Dewas
Khal is a village situated in the Khategaon tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khategaon and around 137 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Khal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khal is 474269. The village covers a total geographical area of 884.12 hectares and falls under the 455339 pincode. Khategaon is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Khal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khal
As per Census 2011, Khal village has a total population of 1,764 people, consisting of 953 males and 811 females. The village has 318 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 299 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,006 literate and 758 illiterate residents. Additionally, 454 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 339 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,764 | 953 | 811 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 166 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 454 | 241 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 339 | 187 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 1,006 | 617 | 389 |
| Illiterate Population | 758 | 336 | 422 |
Nearby Villages of Khal
Khal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonkhedi | North-West | 1.86 km |
| Rijgaon | South | 2.17 km |
| Bachhkhal | North | 2.73 km |
| Belkha | West | 3.16 km |
| Bordha | East | 3.18 km |
| Kungasa | South | 3.43 km |
| Kharda | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Deola | North-West | 4.33 km |
| Bamangaon | South | 4.36 km |
| Deepgaon | South-West | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khal
Khal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Charkhera, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.2 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 Khategaon to Khal is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Khal is about 137 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khal 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 Khal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khal 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 Khal
Where is Khal located?
Khal village is located in Khategaon Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khal?
Khal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khal?
The pincode of Khal is 455339.
What is the population of Khal?
Khal has a total population of 1,764, including 953 males and 811 females.
How many households are there in Khal?
There are 318 households in Khal.
What is the literacy rate in Khal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khal is 57.03%. Male literacy is 64.74% and female literacy is 47.97%.