Khalwara - Vijayraghavgarh, Katni
Khalwara is a village situated in the Vijayraghavgarh tehsil of Katni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijayraghavgarh and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Katni. Khalwara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalwara is 488513. The village covers a total geographical area of 689.29 hectares and falls under the 483880 pincode. Kymore is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Khalwara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khalwara
According to the 2011 Census, Khalwara village had a total population of 1,335 people, including 686 males and 649 females, living in 272 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.43%, with male literacy at 75.78% and female literacy at 56.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 196, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 587.
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 | 1,335 | 686 | 649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 215 | 112 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 101 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 587 | 298 | 289 |
| Literate Population | 744 | 435 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 591 | 251 | 340 |
Nearby Villages of Khalwara
Khalwara 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 Khalwara
Khalwara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kymore to Khalwara is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Katni to Khalwara is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalwara 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 Khalwara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalwara 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 Khalwara
Where is Khalwara located?
Khalwara village is located in Vijayraghavgarh Tehsil, Katni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalwara?
Khalwara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khalwara?
The pincode of Khalwara is 483880.
What is the population of Khalwara?
Khalwara had a total population of 1,335, including 686 males and 649 females.
How many households are there in Khalwara?
Khalwara had 272 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalwara was 66.43%. Male literacy was 75.78% and female literacy was 56.59%.