Khar Kalan - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Khar Kalan is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Kharkala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khar Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khar Kalan is 505627. The village covers a total geographical area of 1668.98 hectares and falls under the 450051 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town.
Khar Kalan 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 Khar Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Khar Kalan village had a total population of 4,614 people, including 2,416 males and 2,198 females, living in 933 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.29%, with male literacy at 82.12% and female literacy at 63.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 647, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 657.
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 | 4,614 | 2,416 | 2,198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 675 | 363 | 312 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 647 | 337 | 310 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 657 | 348 | 309 |
| Literate Population | 2,887 | 1,686 | 1,201 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,727 | 730 | 997 |
Nearby Villages of Khar Kalan
Khar Kalan 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 Khar Kalan
Khar Kalan 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 Khar Kalan is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khar Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khar Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khar Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khar Kalan 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 Khar Kalan
Where is Khar Kalan located?
Khar Kalan village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khar Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Khar Kalan is Kharkala.
What is the pincode of Khar Kalan?
The pincode of Khar Kalan is 450051.
What is the population of Khar Kalan?
Khar Kalan had a total population of 4,614, including 2,416 males and 2,198 females.
How many households are there in Khar Kalan?
Khar Kalan had 933 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khar Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khar Kalan was 73.29%. Male literacy was 82.12% and female literacy was 63.68%.