Khandawa - Kukshi, Dhar

Khandawa is a village situated in the Kukshi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kukshi and around 131 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Khandwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khandawa village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandawa is 475513. The village covers a total geographical area of 711.11 hectares and falls under the 454335 pincode. Kukshi is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.

Khandawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.

Population of Khandawa

According to the 2011 Census, Khandawa village had a total population of 1,806 people, including 901 males and 905 females, living in 352 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.66%, with male literacy at 84.85% and female literacy at 55.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 233, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 902.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Khandawa

Khandawa 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Khandawa

Khandawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chhota Udepur, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.8 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kukshi to Khandawa is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Khandawa is about 131 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Khandawa

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandawa village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Khandawa

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandawa village are given below:

FAQs about Khandawa