Khapa - Saikheda, Narsimhapur
Khapa is a village situated in the Saikheda tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from Gadarwara and around 60 km from Narsimhapur. Bagdara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khapa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khapa is 490745. The village covers a total geographical area of 188.69 hectares and falls under the 487661 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khapa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khapa
According to the 2011 Census, Khapa village had a total population of 115 people, including 55 males and 60 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,091 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.96%, with male literacy at 89.58% and female literacy at 58.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 115 | 55 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 7 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 43 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 12 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Khapa
Khapa 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 Khapa
Khapa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gadarwara to Khapa is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Khapa is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khapa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khapa 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 Khapa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khapa 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 Khapa
Where is Khapa located?
Khapa village is located in Saikheda Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khapa?
The Gram Panchayat of Khapa is Bagdara.
What is the pincode of Khapa?
The pincode of Khapa is 487661.
What is the population of Khapa?
Khapa had a total population of 115, including 55 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Khapa?
Khapa had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khapa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khapa was 73.96%. Male literacy was 89.58% and female literacy was 58.33%.