Khamkheda - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Khamkheda is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Khamkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamkheda is 477284. The village covers a total geographical area of 336.72 hectares and falls under the 451335 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khamkheda 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 Khamkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Khamkheda village had a total population of 5,010 people, including 2,624 males and 2,386 females, living in 979 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.34%, with male literacy at 80.88% and female literacy at 56.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,061, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 558.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,010 | 2,624 | 2,386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 682 | 344 | 338 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,061 | 591 | 470 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 558 | 304 | 254 |
| Literate Population | 3,001 | 1,844 | 1,157 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,009 | 780 | 1,229 |
Nearby Villages of Khamkheda
Khamkheda 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 Khamkheda
Public transport in the Khamkheda is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Kasrawad to Khamkheda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Khamkheda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khamkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khamkheda
Where is Khamkheda located?
Khamkheda village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khamkheda?
Khamkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khamkheda?
The pincode of Khamkheda is 451335.
What is the population of Khamkheda?
Khamkheda had a total population of 5,010, including 2,624 males and 2,386 females.
How many households are there in Khamkheda?
Khamkheda had 979 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khamkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamkheda was 69.34%. Male literacy was 80.88% and female literacy was 56.49%.