Khandlai - Gandhwani, Dhar
Khandlai is a village situated in the Gandhwani tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gandhwani and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Songaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khandlai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandlai is 475308. The village covers a total geographical area of 443.32 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Manawar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Khandlai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khandlai
According to the 2011 Census, Khandlai village had a total population of 1,185 people, including 599 males and 586 females, living in 232 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.85%, with male literacy at 74.41% and female literacy at 43.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,168.
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 | 1,185 | 599 | 586 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 87 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,168 | 590 | 578 |
| Literate Population | 605 | 381 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 580 | 218 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Khandlai
Khandlai 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 Khandlai
Khandlai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Manawar to Khandlai is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Khandlai is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandlai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandlai 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 Khandlai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandlai 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khandlai
Where is Khandlai located?
Khandlai village is located in Gandhwani Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khandlai?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandlai is Songaon.
What is the pincode of Khandlai?
The pincode of Khandlai is 454446.
What is the population of Khandlai?
Khandlai had a total population of 1,185, including 599 males and 586 females.
How many households are there in Khandlai?
Khandlai had 232 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandlai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandlai was 58.85%. Male literacy was 74.41% and female literacy was 43.41%.