Hantiya - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Hantiya is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Hantiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hantiya is 506070. The village falls under the 450112 pincode. Mundi is the nearest town.
Hantiya 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 Hantiya
According to the 2011 Census, Hantiya village had a total population of 1,079 people, including 549 males and 530 females, living in 239 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.15%, with male literacy at 70.09% and female literacy at 46.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 682.
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 | 1,079 | 549 | 530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 91 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 31 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 682 | 342 | 340 |
| Literate Population | 528 | 321 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 551 | 228 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Hantiya
Hantiya 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 Hantiya
Hantiya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Khandwa to Hantiya is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hantiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hantiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Hantiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hantiya 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 Hantiya
Where is Hantiya located?
Hantiya village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hantiya?
Hantiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hantiya?
The pincode of Hantiya is 450112.
What is the population of Hantiya?
Hantiya had a total population of 1,079, including 549 males and 530 females.
How many households are there in Hantiya?
Hantiya had 239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hantiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hantiya was 58.15%. Male literacy was 70.09% and female literacy was 46.00%.