Khaigaon - Mundi, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Khaigaon is a village situated in the Mundi tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from Punasa and around 28 km from Khandwa. Khaigaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaigaon is 506058. The village covers a total geographical area of 484.7 hectares and falls under the 450991 pincode. Mundi is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Khaigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khaigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Khaigaon village had a total population of 1,087 people, including 549 males and 538 females, living in 253 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.56%, with male literacy at 86.34% and female literacy at 64.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 178, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 283.
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 | 1,087 | 549 | 538 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 66 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 91 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 283 | 145 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 714 | 417 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 373 | 132 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Khaigaon
Khaigaon 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 Khaigaon
Khaigaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Khaigaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mundi to Khaigaon is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Khaigaon is about 28 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 Khaigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaigaon 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 Khaigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaigaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khaigaon
Where is Khaigaon located?
Khaigaon village is located in Mundi Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaigaon?
Khaigaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khaigaon?
The pincode of Khaigaon is 450991.
What is the population of Khaigaon?
Khaigaon had a total population of 1,087, including 549 males and 538 females.
How many households are there in Khaigaon?
Khaigaon had 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaigaon was 75.56%. Male literacy was 86.34% and female literacy was 64.29%.