Khal Khurd - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Khal Khurd is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Khal Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khal Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khal Khurd is 477098. The village covers a total geographical area of 330.36 hectares and falls under the 451447 pincode. Dhamnod is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khal Khurd 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 Khurd
As per Census 2011, Khal Khurd village has a total population of 2,012 people, consisting of 1,073 males and 939 females. The village has 409 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 353 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,108 literate and 904 illiterate residents. Additionally, 247 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 707 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khal Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,012 | 1,073 | 939 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 191 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 132 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 707 | 370 | 337 |
| Literate Population | 1,108 | 647 | 461 |
| Illiterate Population | 904 | 426 | 478 |
Nearby Villages of Khal Khurd
Khal Khurd 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 Bujurg | East | 1.50 km |
| Gyanpura | West | 1.83 km |
| Lunhera Khurd | North-West | 4.11 km |
| Akbarpura | East | 4.13 km |
| Gajipura | North | 4.36 km |
| Sala | North | 4.53 km |
| Pipalda Garh | North-West | 5.12 km |
| Adalpura | West | 5.76 km |
| Khal Buzurg | North | 5.89 km |
| Morgadhi | North-East | 5.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khal Khurd
Khal Khurd 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 60.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhamnod to Khal Khurd is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Khal Khurd is about 54 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 Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khal Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Khal Khurd
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 Khurd 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 Khurd
Where is Khal Khurd located?
Khal Khurd village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khal Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Khal Khurd is Khal Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Khal Khurd?
The pincode of Khal Khurd is 451447.
What is the population of Khal Khurd?
Khal Khurd has a total population of 2,012, including 1,073 males and 939 females.
How many households are there in Khal Khurd?
There are 409 households in Khal Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Khal Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khal Khurd is 55.07%. Male literacy is 60.30% and female literacy is 49.09%.