Khamalay - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Khamalay is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Khamalay village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamalay is 505553. The village covers a total geographical area of 991.24 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Khamalay 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 Khamalay
According to the 2011 Census, Khamalay village had a total population of 1,939 people, including 987 males and 952 females, living in 370 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.99%, with male literacy at 50.26% and female literacy at 29.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,244.
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 | 1,939 | 987 | 952 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 416 | 209 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 33 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,244 | 632 | 612 |
| Literate Population | 609 | 391 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,330 | 596 | 734 |
Nearby Villages of Khamalay
Khamalay 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 Khamalay
Khamalay is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Khandwa to Khamalay is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamalay
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamalay village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khamalay
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamalay 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khamalay
Where is Khamalay located?
Khamalay village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamalay?
Khamalay is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khamalay?
The pincode of Khamalay is 450001.
What is the population of Khamalay?
Khamalay had a total population of 1,939, including 987 males and 952 females.
How many households are there in Khamalay?
Khamalay had 370 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khamalay?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamalay was 39.99%. Male literacy was 50.26% and female literacy was 29.26%.