Pathora - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Pathora is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Pathora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pathora is 477105. The village covers a total geographical area of 628.19 hectares and falls under the 451228 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Pathora 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 Pathora
According to the 2011 Census, Pathora village had a total population of 1,871 people, including 961 males and 910 females, living in 387 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.33%, with male literacy at 85.86% and female literacy at 58.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 241, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 367.
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 | 1,871 | 961 | 910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 162 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 127 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 367 | 191 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 1,137 | 686 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 734 | 275 | 459 |
Nearby Villages of Pathora
Pathora 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 Pathora
Pathora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Kasrawad to Pathora is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Pathora is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pathora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pathora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pathora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pathora 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pathora
Where is Pathora located?
Pathora village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pathora?
Pathora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pathora?
The pincode of Pathora is 451228.
What is the population of Pathora?
Pathora had a total population of 1,871, including 961 males and 910 females.
How many households are there in Pathora?
Pathora had 387 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pathora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pathora was 72.33%. Male literacy was 85.86% and female literacy was 58.34%.