Asharaf Nagar - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Asharaf Nagar is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Meerpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Asharaf Nagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asharaf Nagar is 505610. The village covers a total geographical area of 480.96 hectares and falls under the 450117 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Asharaf Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asharaf Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Asharaf Nagar village had a total population of 763 people, including 384 males and 379 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.11%, with male literacy at 74.75% and female literacy at 47.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 409.
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 | 763 | 384 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 79 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 409 | 201 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 228 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 389 | 156 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Asharaf Nagar
Asharaf Nagar 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 Asharaf Nagar
Asharaf Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandwa to Asharaf Nagar is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asharaf Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asharaf Nagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Asharaf Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asharaf Nagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Asharaf Nagar
Where is Asharaf Nagar located?
Asharaf Nagar village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asharaf Nagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Asharaf Nagar is Meerpur.
What is the pincode of Asharaf Nagar?
The pincode of Asharaf Nagar is 450117.
What is the population of Asharaf Nagar?
Asharaf Nagar had a total population of 763, including 384 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Asharaf Nagar?
Asharaf Nagar had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asharaf Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asharaf Nagar was 61.11%. Male literacy was 74.75% and female literacy was 47.56%.