Khargone - Baraily, Raisen
Khargone is a village situated in the Baraily tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baraily and around 104 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Khargone village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khargone is 484550. The village covers a total geographical area of 826.6 hectares and falls under the 464671 pincode. Baraily is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Khargone village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khargone
As per Census 2011, Khargone village has a total population of 5,047 people, consisting of 2,664 males and 2,383 females. The village has 1,002 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 700 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,152 literate and 1,895 illiterate residents. Additionally, 971 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khargone are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,047 | 2,664 | 2,383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 700 | 376 | 324 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 971 | 491 | 480 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 3,152 | 1,834 | 1,318 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,895 | 830 | 1,065 |
Nearby Villages of Khargone
Khargone 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hamidganj | West | 2.14 km |
| Ghana | North | 2.40 km |
| Ahmadpur | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Batera | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Jirawada | South | 2.76 km |
| Rajwada | East | 2.90 km |
| Aliwada | West | 3.24 km |
| Hardob | West | 4.15 km |
| Bhodiya | South-West | 4.16 km |
| Dhilwar | North-West | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khargone
Khargone is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pipariya, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Baraily to Khargone is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Khargone is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khargone
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khargone village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khargone
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khargone 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 Khargone
Where is Khargone located?
Khargone village is located in Baraily Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khargone?
Khargone is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khargone?
The pincode of Khargone is 464671.
What is the population of Khargone?
Khargone has a total population of 5,047, including 2,664 males and 2,383 females.
How many households are there in Khargone?
There are 1,002 households in Khargone.
What is the literacy rate in Khargone?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khargone is 62.45%. Male literacy is 68.84% and female literacy is 55.31%.