Kumhar Kheda - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Kumhar Kheda is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Kumaharkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kumhar Kheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumhar Kheda is 505640. The village covers a total geographical area of 1114.24 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kumhar Kheda 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 Kumhar Kheda
As per Census 2011, Kumhar Kheda village has a total population of 2,278 people, consisting of 1,168 males and 1,110 females. The village has 433 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 516 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 997 literate and 1,281 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,200 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kumhar Kheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,278 | 1,168 | 1,110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 516 | 274 | 242 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 18 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,200 | 1,125 | 1,075 |
| Literate Population | 997 | 609 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,281 | 559 | 722 |
Nearby Villages of Kumhar Kheda
Kumhar Kheda 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 Kumhar Kheda
Kumhar Kheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chanera(harsud) to Kumhar Kheda is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Kumhar Kheda is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kumhar Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumhar Kheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kumhar Kheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumhar Kheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kumhar Kheda
Where is Kumhar Kheda located?
Kumhar Kheda village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumhar Kheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumhar Kheda is Kumaharkheda.
What is the pincode of Kumhar Kheda?
The pincode of Kumhar Kheda is 450001.
What is the population of Kumhar Kheda?
Kumhar Kheda has a total population of 2,278, including 1,168 males and 1,110 females.
How many households are there in Kumhar Kheda?
There are 433 households in Kumhar Kheda.
What is the literacy rate in Kumhar Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumhar Kheda is 43.77%. Male literacy is 52.14% and female literacy is 34.95%.