Khal Bujurg - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Khal Bujurg is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Khal Bujurg village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khal Bujurg is 477099. The village covers a total geographical area of 337.87 hectares and falls under the 451447 pincode. Dhamnod is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khal Bujurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khal Bujurg
As per Census 2011, Khal Bujurg village has a total population of 4,671 people, consisting of 2,527 males and 2,144 females. The village has 1,163 households and a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males. There are 733 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,927 literate and 1,744 illiterate residents. Additionally, 632 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 667 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khal Bujurg are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,671 | 2,527 | 2,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 733 | 386 | 347 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 632 | 336 | 296 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 667 | 330 | 337 |
| Literate Population | 2,927 | 1,783 | 1,144 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,744 | 744 | 1,000 |
Nearby Villages of Khal Bujurg
Khal Bujurg is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khal Khurd | West | 1.50 km |
| Akbarpura | East | 2.65 km |
| Gyanpura | West | 3.33 km |
| Gajipura | North | 4.34 km |
| Lunhera Khurd | North-West | 4.93 km |
| Sala | North-West | 5.00 km |
| Morgadhi | North | 5.20 km |
| Khal Buzurg | North | 5.58 km |
| Pipalda Garh | North-West | 6.27 km |
| Balwada | North-East | 6.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khal Bujurg
Khal Bujurg is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dhamnod to Khal Bujurg is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Khal Bujurg is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khal Bujurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khal Bujurg village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khal Bujurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khal Bujurg 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 Khal Bujurg
Where is Khal Bujurg located?
Khal Bujurg village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khal Bujurg?
Khal Bujurg is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khal Bujurg?
The pincode of Khal Bujurg is 451447.
What is the population of Khal Bujurg?
Khal Bujurg has a total population of 4,671, including 2,527 males and 2,144 females.
How many households are there in Khal Bujurg?
There are 1,163 households in Khal Bujurg.
What is the literacy rate in Khal Bujurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khal Bujurg is 62.66%. Male literacy is 70.56% and female literacy is 53.36%.