Okhala - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Okhala is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Okhla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Okhala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Okhala is 476609. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.71 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Okhala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Okhala
As per Census 2011, Okhala village has a total population of 886 people, consisting of 440 males and 446 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 154 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 428 literate and 458 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 673 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Okhala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 886 | 440 | 446 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 154 | 82 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 84 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 673 | 330 | 343 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 240 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 200 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Okhala
Okhala 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 Okhala
Okhala 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 >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 Barwaha to Okhala is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Okhala is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Okhala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Okhala 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 Okhala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Okhala 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Okhala
Where is Okhala located?
Okhala village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Okhala?
The Gram Panchayat of Okhala is Okhla.
What is the pincode of Okhala?
The pincode of Okhala is 451115.
What is the population of Okhala?
Okhala has a total population of 886, including 440 males and 446 females.
How many households are there in Okhala?
There are 171 households in Okhala.
What is the literacy rate in Okhala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Okhala is 48.31%. Male literacy is 54.55% and female literacy is 42.15%.