Vikarampur - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Vikarampur is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Khategovan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vikarampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vikarampur is 505664. The village covers a total geographical area of 315.65 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Chanera(harsud) is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Vikarampur 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 Vikarampur
According to the 2011 Census, Vikarampur village had a total population of 854 people, including 435 males and 419 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.97%, with male literacy at 54.29% and female literacy at 30.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 658.
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 | 854 | 435 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 120 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 658 | 332 | 326 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 171 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 585 | 264 | 321 |
Nearby Villages of Vikarampur
Vikarampur 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 Vikarampur
Vikarampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Vikarampur is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Vikarampur is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vikarampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vikarampur 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 Vikarampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vikarampur 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vikarampur
Where is Vikarampur located?
Vikarampur village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vikarampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Vikarampur is Khategovan.
What is the pincode of Vikarampur?
The pincode of Vikarampur is 450001.
What is the population of Vikarampur?
Vikarampur had a total population of 854, including 435 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Vikarampur?
Vikarampur had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vikarampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vikarampur was 41.97%. Male literacy was 54.29% and female literacy was 30.06%.