Khirala
Khirala is a village located in Pandhana tehsil of Khandwa district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Pandhana (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Khandwa. As per 2009 stats, Khirala village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Khirala unique in its vibrant Pandhana-Khandwa region. You’ll see Khirala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Khirala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khirala is 506156. The village spans a total geographical area of 845.45 hectares. Pandhana is nearest town to Khirala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Khirala
Population of Khirala
According to the 2011 Census, Khirala has a total population of about 6,371, with approximately 3,266 males and 3,105 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,260 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 191 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,792. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.05%, with male literacy at about 55.45% and female literacy near 44.38%. There are around 1,183 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khirala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,371 | 3,266 | 3,105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,260 | 672 | 588 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 97 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,792 | 1,423 | 1,369 |
| Literate Population | 3,189 | 1,811 | 1,378 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,182 | 1,455 | 1,727 |
Connectivity of Khirala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khirala. As per the 2011 stats, Khirala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khirala
Knowing the nearby villages of Khirala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khirala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khirala
- Where is Khirala located?
- Khirala village is situated in Pandhana Tehsil, within the Khandwa district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khirala?
- Khirala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Khirala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khirala is 6,371, with 3,266 males and 3,105 females.
- How many households are there in Khirala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khirala village has a total of 1,183 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khirala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khirala is 50.05%. The male literacy rate is 55.45%, while the female literacy rate is 44.38%.