Khora - Joura, Morena
Khora is a village situated in the Joura tehsil of Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 71 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joura and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Morena. Gahtoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khora is 452510. The village covers a total geographical area of 286 hectares and falls under the 476221 pincode. Joura is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Khora 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 Khora
According to the 2011 Census, Khora village had a total population of 455 people, including 233 males and 222 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.99%, with male literacy at 67.01% and female literacy at 39.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 455 | 233 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 36 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 32 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 132 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 252 | 101 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Khora
Khora 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 Khora
Khora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joura to Khora is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Morena to Khora is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khora 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 Khora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khora 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 Khora
Where is Khora located?
Khora village is located in Joura Tehsil, Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khora?
The Gram Panchayat of Khora is Gahtoli.
What is the pincode of Khora?
The pincode of Khora is 476221.
What is the population of Khora?
Khora had a total population of 455, including 233 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Khora?
Khora had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khora was 53.99%. Male literacy was 67.01% and female literacy was 39.66%.