Oonkhurd - Khargone, Khargone (West Nimar)
Oonkhurd is a village situated in the Khargone tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from Khargone, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Oon Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Oonkhurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oonkhurd is 477540. The village covers a total geographical area of 607.36 hectares and falls under the 451440 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Oonkhurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khargone Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Oonkhurd
As per Census 2011, Oonkhurd village has a total population of 1,687 people, consisting of 876 males and 811 females. The village has 347 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,160 literate and 527 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,036 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Oonkhurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,687 | 876 | 811 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 106 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,036 | 545 | 491 |
| Literate Population | 1,160 | 673 | 487 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 203 | 324 |
Nearby Villages of Oonkhurd
Oonkhurd 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 Oonkhurd
Oonkhurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Khargone to Oonkhurd is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Oonkhurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oonkhurd 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 Oonkhurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oonkhurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Oonkhurd
Where is Oonkhurd located?
Oonkhurd village is located in Khargone Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Oonkhurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Oonkhurd is Oon Khurd.
What is the pincode of Oonkhurd?
The pincode of Oonkhurd is 451440.
What is the population of Oonkhurd?
Oonkhurd has a total population of 1,687, including 876 males and 811 females.
How many households are there in Oonkhurd?
There are 347 households in Oonkhurd.
What is the literacy rate in Oonkhurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oonkhurd is 68.76%. Male literacy is 76.83% and female literacy is 60.05%.