Heerapur Khurd - Pandhana, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Heerapur Khurd is a village situated in the Pandhana tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandhana and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Anjangoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Heerapur Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Heerapur Khurd is 506152. The village covers a total geographical area of 714.2 hectares and falls under the 450661 pincode. Pandhana is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Heerapur Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Heerapur Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Heerapur Khurd village had a total population of 796 people, including 392 males and 404 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.12%, with male literacy at 45.90% and female literacy at 32.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 793.
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 | 796 | 392 | 404 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 87 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 793 | 391 | 402 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 140 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 555 | 252 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Heerapur Khurd
Heerapur Khurd 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 Heerapur Khurd
Heerapur Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Heerapur Khurd.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Pandhana to Heerapur Khurd is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Heerapur Khurd is about 32 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 Heerapur Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Heerapur Khurd 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 Heerapur Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Heerapur Khurd 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Heerapur Khurd
Where is Heerapur Khurd located?
Heerapur Khurd village is located in Pandhana Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Heerapur Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Heerapur Khurd is Anjangoan.
What is the pincode of Heerapur Khurd?
The pincode of Heerapur Khurd is 450661.
What is the population of Heerapur Khurd?
Heerapur Khurd had a total population of 796, including 392 males and 404 females.
How many households are there in Heerapur Khurd?
Heerapur Khurd had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Heerapur Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Heerapur Khurd was 39.12%. Male literacy was 45.90% and female literacy was 32.48%.