San Khini - Bhitarwar, Gwalior
San Khini is a village situated in the Bhitarwar tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhitarwar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Gwalior. Sankhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for San Khini village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of San Khini is 454268. The village covers a total geographical area of 1355.42 hectares and falls under the 475220 pincode. Bhitarwar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
San Khini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gwalior Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of San Khini
As per Census 2011, San Khini village has a total population of 4,127 people, consisting of 2,255 males and 1,872 females. The village has 826 households and a sex ratio of 830 females per 1,000 males. There are 590 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,437 literate and 1,690 illiterate residents. Additionally, 715 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for San Khini are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,127 | 2,255 | 1,872 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 590 | 334 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 715 | 384 | 331 |
| Literate Population | 2,437 | 1,528 | 909 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,690 | 727 | 963 |
Nearby Villages of San Khini
San Khini 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gondhari | South | 2.21 km |
| Bamroul(bamrol-81) | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Jhau | East | 2.99 km |
| Khadicha | North-East | 3.06 km |
| Machhariya | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Basondi | West | 3.55 km |
| Ludhari | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Kalyanpur | South | 4.15 km |
| Kariyawati | North | 4.25 km |
| Basai | South | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of San Khini
San Khini is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dabra, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhitarwar to San Khini is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gwalior to San Khini is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in San Khini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for San Khini village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in San Khini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving San Khini village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about San Khini
Where is San Khini located?
San Khini village is located in Bhitarwar Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of San Khini?
The Gram Panchayat of San Khini is Sankhani.
What is the pincode of San Khini?
The pincode of San Khini is 475220.
What is the population of San Khini?
San Khini has a total population of 4,127, including 2,255 males and 1,872 females.
How many households are there in San Khini?
There are 826 households in San Khini.
What is the literacy rate in San Khini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of San Khini is 59.05%. Male literacy is 67.76% and female literacy is 48.56%.