Khor - Bhitarwar, Gwalior
Khor is a village situated in the Bhitarwar tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhitarwar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Gwalior. Musahari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khor is 454206. The village covers a total geographical area of 360.53 hectares and falls under the 475220 pincode. Bhitarwar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhitarwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khor
According to the 2011 Census, Khor village had a total population of 688 people, including 358 males and 330 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.07%, with male literacy at 75.68% and female literacy at 42.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 305.
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 | 688 | 358 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 62 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 305 | 160 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 334 | 224 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 134 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Khor
Khor 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 Khor
Khor 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 <5 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 Bhitarwar to Khor is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gwalior to Khor is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khor 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khor 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 Khor
Where is Khor located?
Khor village is located in Bhitarwar Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khor?
The Gram Panchayat of Khor is Musahari.
What is the pincode of Khor?
The pincode of Khor is 475220.
What is the population of Khor?
Khor had a total population of 688, including 358 males and 330 females.
How many households are there in Khor?
Khor had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khor was 60.07%. Male literacy was 75.68% and female literacy was 42.31%.