Khamtara
Khamtara is a village located in Murwara tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from Katni, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Khamtara village. As per 2009 stats, Khamtara village is also a gram panchayat.
Khamtara has its own place in the vibrant Katni region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khamtara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khamtara is 488109. The village spans a total geographical area of 489.82 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Khamtara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khamtara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Murwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khamtara
Population of Khamtara
Below is a concise population overview of Khamtara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 923 | 467 | 456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 93 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 585 | 295 | 290 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 271 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 196 | 247 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khamtara village:
- The total population of Khamtara village is around 923, including approximately 467 males and 456 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 180 children aged 0–6 years in Khamtara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khamtara village has 77 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 585 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khamtara village is about 52.00%, with male literacy at 58.03% and female literacy at 45.83%.
- There are around 181 households in Khamtara village.
Connectivity of Khamtara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khamtara. As per the 2011 stats, Khamtara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Khamtara
Knowing the nearby villages of Khamtara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khamtara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khamtara
- Where is Khamtara located?
- Khamtara village is situated in Murwara Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khamtara?
- Khamtara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Khamtara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khamtara is 923, with 467 males and 456 females.
- How many households are there in Khamtara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khamtara village has a total of 181 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khamtara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khamtara is 52.00%. The male literacy rate is 58.03%, while the female literacy rate is 45.83%.