Khatagaon - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Khatagaon is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Khategovan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khatagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatagaon is 505560. The village covers a total geographical area of 207 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Khatagaon 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 Khatagaon
As per Census 2011, Khatagaon village has a total population of 681 people, consisting of 346 males and 335 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 188 literate and 493 illiterate residents. Additionally, 541 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khatagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 681 | 346 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 77 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 541 | 284 | 257 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 125 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 221 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Khatagaon
Khatagaon 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 Khatagaon
Khatagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Khatagaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chanera(harsud) to Khatagaon is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Khatagaon is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khatagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khatagaon
Where is Khatagaon located?
Khatagaon village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khatagaon is Khategovan.
What is the pincode of Khatagaon?
The pincode of Khatagaon is 450001.
What is the population of Khatagaon?
Khatagaon has a total population of 681, including 346 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Khatagaon?
There are 109 households in Khatagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Khatagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatagaon is 27.61%. Male literacy is 36.13% and female literacy is 18.81%.