Khankhari - Shamgarh, Mandsaur
Khankhari is a village situated in the Shamgarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shamgarh and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Akli Shivdas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khankhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khankhari is 469447. The village covers a total geographical area of 325.06 hectares and falls under the 458883 pincode. Shamgarh is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khankhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garoth Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khankhari
As per Census 2011, Khankhari village has a total population of 363 people, consisting of 176 males and 187 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 215 literate and 148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khankhari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 363 | 176 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 28 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 118 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 58 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Khankhari
Khankhari 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 Khankhari
Public transport in the Khankhari is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khankhari.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shamgarh to Khankhari is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Khankhari is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khankhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khankhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khankhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khankhari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khankhari
Where is Khankhari located?
Khankhari village is located in Shamgarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khankhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Khankhari is Akli Shivdas.
What is the pincode of Khankhari?
The pincode of Khankhari is 458883.
What is the population of Khankhari?
Khankhari has a total population of 363, including 176 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Khankhari?
There are 77 households in Khankhari.
What is the literacy rate in Khankhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khankhari is 59.23%. Male literacy is 67.05% and female literacy is 51.87%.