Namapur - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Namapur is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Naamapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Namapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Namapur is 505641. The village covers a total geographical area of 962.26 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Namapur 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 Namapur
As per Census 2011, Namapur village has a total population of 2,493 people, consisting of 1,292 males and 1,201 females. The village has 473 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 450 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,020 literate and 1,473 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,787 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Namapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,493 | 1,292 | 1,201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 450 | 244 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,787 | 912 | 875 |
| Literate Population | 1,020 | 629 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,473 | 663 | 810 |
Nearby Villages of Namapur
Namapur 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 Namapur
Namapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Namapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandwa to Namapur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Namapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Namapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Namapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Namapur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Namapur
Where is Namapur located?
Namapur village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Namapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Namapur is Naamapur.
What is the pincode of Namapur?
The pincode of Namapur is 450001.
What is the population of Namapur?
Namapur has a total population of 2,493, including 1,292 males and 1,201 females.
How many households are there in Namapur?
There are 473 households in Namapur.
What is the literacy rate in Namapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Namapur is 40.91%. Male literacy is 48.68% and female literacy is 32.56%.