Khirwa

Khirwa is a village located in Murwara tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from Katni, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Khirwa village. As per 2009 stats, Ganeshpur is the gram panchayat of Khirwa village.

Here you can discover what makes Khirwa unique in its vibrant Murwara-Katni region. You’ll see Khirwa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Khirwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khirwa is 488174. The village spans a total geographical area of 292.16 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Khirwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Khirwa 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 Barwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Khirwa

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Population of Khirwa

According to the 2011 Census, Khirwa has a total population of about 940, with approximately 501 males and 439 females. The sex ratio is around 876 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 122 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 63 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 264. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.83%, with male literacy at about 66.67% and female literacy near 49.89%. There are around 163 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khirwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 940 501 439
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 122 66 56
Scheduled Castes (SC) 63 34 29
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 264 137 127
Literate Population 553 334 219
Illiterate Population 387 167 220

Connectivity of Khirwa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khirwa. As per the 2011 stats, Khirwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Khirwa

Knowing the nearby villages of Khirwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khirwa.

Frequently Asked Questions about Khirwa

Where is Khirwa located?
Khirwa village is situated in Murwara Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Khirwa is Ganeshpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Khirwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khirwa is 940, with 501 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Khirwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khirwa village has a total of 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khirwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khirwa is 58.83%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 49.89%.