Khandlai - Manawar, Dhar
Khandlai is a village situated in the Manawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manawar and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Khandlai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandlai is 475607. The village covers a total geographical area of 850.14 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Manawar is the nearest town, located about 18 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 2,003 people, including 1,003 males and 1,000 females, living in 347 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.72%, with male literacy at 54.58% and female literacy at 40.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,805.
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 | 2,003 | 1,003 | 1,000 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 140 | 155 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,805 | 908 | 897 |
| Literate Population | 815 | 471 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,188 | 532 | 656 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Manawar to Khandlai is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Khandlai is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 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 >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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khandlai
Where is Khandlai located?
Khandlai village is located in Manawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khandlai?
Khandlai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khandlai?
The pincode of Khandlai is 454446.
What is the population of Khandlai?
Khandlai had a total population of 2,003, including 1,003 males and 1,000 females.
How many households are there in Khandlai?
Khandlai had 347 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandlai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandlai was 47.72%. Male literacy was 54.58% and female literacy was 40.71%.