Khitera - Ghatigaon, Gwalior
Khitera is a village situated in the Ghatigaon tehsil of Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from Gwalior and around 55 km from Gwalior. Surhela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khitera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khitera is 453700. The village covers a total geographical area of 1396.64 hectares and falls under the 474006 pincode. Gwalior is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Khitera 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 Khitera
According to the 2011 Census, Khitera village had a total population of 327 people, including 178 males and 149 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 837 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.82%, with male literacy at 74.17% and female literacy at 43.59%.
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 | 327 | 178 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 112 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 66 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Khitera
Khitera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Samedi | North-East | 2.01 km |
| Chanchul | North-West | 4.82 km |
| Basota | South-West | 5.72 km |
| Jhond | North-East | 6.04 km |
| Surhela | South-East | 6.84 km |
| (ghorera)dhorera | North | 6.98 km |
| Pagara | North-East | 7.63 km |
| Lakhanpura | East | 7.94 km |
| Kunwarpur | North | 8.33 km |
| Baghebar | West | 8.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khitera
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khitera. The nearest railway station is Jora Alapur, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.7 km.
| 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 Gwalior to Khitera is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khitera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khitera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khitera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khitera 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 Khitera
Where is Khitera located?
Khitera village is located in Ghatigaon Tehsil, Gwalior district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khitera?
The Gram Panchayat of Khitera is Surhela.
What is the pincode of Khitera?
The pincode of Khitera is 474006.
What is the population of Khitera?
Khitera had a total population of 327, including 178 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Khitera?
Khitera had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khitera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khitera was 60.82%. Male literacy was 74.17% and female literacy was 43.59%.