Khala - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Khala is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Khala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khala is 490931. The village covers a total geographical area of 357.46 hectares and falls under the 487771 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Khala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khala
As per Census 2011, Khala village has a total population of 670 people, consisting of 336 males and 334 females. The village has 162 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 363 literate and 307 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 522 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 670 | 336 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 66 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 522 | 262 | 260 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 212 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 124 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Khala
Khala 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 Khala
Khala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarwara to Khala is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Khala is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khala 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 Khala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khala 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khala
Where is Khala located?
Khala village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khala?
Khala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khala?
The pincode of Khala is 487771.
What is the population of Khala?
Khala has a total population of 670, including 336 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Khala?
There are 162 households in Khala.
What is the literacy rate in Khala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khala is 54.18%. Male literacy is 63.10% and female literacy is 45.21%.