Khirala - Pandhana, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Khirala is a village situated in the Pandhana tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandhana and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Khirala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirala is 506156. The village covers a total geographical area of 845.45 hectares and falls under the 450337 pincode. Pandhana is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Khirala 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 Khirala
As per Census 2011, Khirala village has a total population of 6,371 people, consisting of 3,266 males and 3,105 females. The village has 1,183 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,260 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,189 literate and 3,182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 191 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,792 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khirala are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Khirala
Khirala 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 Khirala
Khirala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Pandhana to Khirala is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Khirala is about 29 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 Khirala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khirala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khirala
Where is Khirala located?
Khirala village is located in Pandhana Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirala?
Khirala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khirala?
The pincode of Khirala is 450337.
What is the population of Khirala?
Khirala has a total population of 6,371, including 3,266 males and 3,105 females.
How many households are there in Khirala?
There are 1,183 households in Khirala.
What is the literacy rate in Khirala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirala is 50.05%. Male literacy is 55.45% and female literacy is 44.38%.