Khirwa Pondi - Dhimarkheda, Katni
Khirwa Pondi is a village situated in the Dhimarkheda tehsil of Katni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhimarkheda and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Katni. Simariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khirwa Pondi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirwa Pondi is 488934. The village covers a total geographical area of 181 hectares and falls under the 483332 pincode. Katni is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Khirwa Pondi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khirwa Pondi
According to the 2011 Census, Khirwa Pondi village had a total population of 559 people, including 278 males and 281 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.02%, with male literacy at 63.04% and female literacy at 46.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 338.
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 | 559 | 278 | 281 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 48 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 338 | 166 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 145 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 133 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Khirwa Pondi
Khirwa Pondi 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 Khirwa Pondi
Khirwa Pondi 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 Katni to Khirwa Pondi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khirwa Pondi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirwa Pondi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khirwa Pondi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirwa Pondi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khirwa Pondi
Where is Khirwa Pondi located?
Khirwa Pondi village is located in Dhimarkheda Tehsil, Katni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirwa Pondi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khirwa Pondi is Simariya.
What is the pincode of Khirwa Pondi?
The pincode of Khirwa Pondi is 483332.
What is the population of Khirwa Pondi?
Khirwa Pondi had a total population of 559, including 278 males and 281 females.
How many households are there in Khirwa Pondi?
Khirwa Pondi had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khirwa Pondi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirwa Pondi was 55.02%. Male literacy was 63.04% and female literacy was 46.93%.