Khitora - Joura, Morena
Khitora is a village situated in the Joura tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joura and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Khitoura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khitora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khitora is 452316. The village covers a total geographical area of 379 hectares and falls under the 476219 pincode. Joura is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khitora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Joura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khitora
As per Census 2011, Khitora village has a total population of 1,931 people, consisting of 1,064 males and 867 females. The village has 389 households and a sex ratio of 814 females per 1,000 males. There are 323 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,188 literate and 743 illiterate residents. Additionally, 235 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khitora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,931 | 1,064 | 867 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 176 | 147 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 135 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 1,188 | 740 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 743 | 324 | 419 |
Nearby Villages of Khitora
Khitora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahaban | South-West | 1.08 km |
| Modhani Newal | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Kharika | West | 2.86 km |
| Modhana Jawahar | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Madhama Bhikham | East | 3.19 km |
| Saithri | South | 3.29 km |
| Sukhpura | North-West | 3.49 km |
| Sarsaini | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Mathurapura | North-East | 3.66 km |
| Badarpura | South-West | 3.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khitora
Khitora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jora Alapur, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Joura to Khitora is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Morena to Khitora is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khitora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khitora 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khitora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khitora 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 Khitora
Where is Khitora located?
Khitora village is located in Joura Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khitora?
The Gram Panchayat of Khitora is Khitoura.
What is the pincode of Khitora?
The pincode of Khitora is 476219.
What is the population of Khitora?
Khitora has a total population of 1,931, including 1,064 males and 867 females.
How many households are there in Khitora?
There are 389 households in Khitora.
What is the literacy rate in Khitora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khitora is 61.52%. Male literacy is 69.55% and female literacy is 51.67%.