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
As per Census 2011, Khalwara village has a total population of 1,335 people, consisting of 686 males and 649 females. The village has 272 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 744 literate and 591 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 587 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khalwara are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,335, including 686 males and 649 females.
How many households are there in Khalwara?
There are 272 households in Khalwara.
What is the literacy rate in Khalwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalwara is 55.73%. Male literacy is 63.41% and female literacy is 47.61%.