Khuntkheda - Sonkatch, Dewas
Khuntkheda is a village situated in the Sonkatch tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonkatch and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Khuntkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuntkheda is 473372. The village covers a total geographical area of 1353.33 hectares and falls under the 455118 pincode. Pipalrawan is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Khuntkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khuntkheda
As per Census 2011, Khuntkheda village has a total population of 2,786 people, consisting of 1,434 males and 1,352 females. The village has 522 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 408 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,725 literate and 1,061 illiterate residents. Additionally, 788 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khuntkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,786 | 1,434 | 1,352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 408 | 216 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 788 | 402 | 386 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,725 | 1,058 | 667 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,061 | 376 | 685 |
Nearby Villages of Khuntkheda
Khuntkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bawadiya | West | 2.78 km |
| Dhandeda | North | 2.91 km |
| Padalyamohba | West | 3.27 km |
| Bisu Khedi | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Moondla Mohaba | East | 3.41 km |
| Jolay | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Lakumdi | North-East | 4.35 km |
| Ghichlay | North-East | 4.59 km |
| Muramya | North-West | 4.72 km |
| Rajapur | South-West | 4.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khuntkheda
Khuntkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kisoni, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.0 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 Pipalrawan to Khuntkheda is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Khuntkheda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuntkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuntkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khuntkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuntkheda 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 Khuntkheda
Where is Khuntkheda located?
Khuntkheda village is located in Sonkatch Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuntkheda?
Khuntkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khuntkheda?
The pincode of Khuntkheda is 455118.
What is the population of Khuntkheda?
Khuntkheda has a total population of 2,786, including 1,434 males and 1,352 females.
How many households are there in Khuntkheda?
There are 522 households in Khuntkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Khuntkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuntkheda is 61.92%. Male literacy is 73.78% and female literacy is 49.33%.