Khanpura - Kumbhraj, Guna
Khanpura is a village situated in the Kumbhraj tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumbhraj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Khanpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanpura is 499526. The village covers a total geographical area of 328 hectares and falls under the 473115 pincode. Kumbhraj is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Khanpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khanpura
According to the 2011 Census, Khanpura village had a total population of 646 people, including 338 males and 308 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.63%, with male literacy at 60.99% and female literacy at 35.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 646 | 338 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 56 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 172 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 166 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Khanpura
Khanpura 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 Khanpura
Khanpura 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kumbhraj to Khanpura is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Khanpura is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanpura 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 Khanpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanpura 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 Khanpura
Where is Khanpura located?
Khanpura village is located in Kumbhraj Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanpura?
Khanpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khanpura?
The pincode of Khanpura is 473115.
What is the population of Khanpura?
Khanpura had a total population of 646, including 338 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Khanpura?
Khanpura had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanpura was 48.63%. Male literacy was 60.99% and female literacy was 35.58%.