Khamkheda - Gairatganj, Raisen
Khamkheda is a village situated in the Gairatganj tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairatgang and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Sayeedpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khamkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamkheda is 484002. The village covers a total geographical area of 334.06 hectares and falls under the 464884 pincode. Gairatganj is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khamkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanchi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khamkheda
As per Census 2011, Khamkheda village has a total population of 585 people, consisting of 321 males and 264 females. The village has 110 households and a sex ratio of 822 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 429 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 83 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khamkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 585 | 321 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 61 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 118 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 48 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 238 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 83 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Khamkheda
Khamkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deoriganj | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Rampura Khurd | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Madanpur | West | 1.86 km |
| Sayeedpur | North | 2.16 km |
| Khumari | South | 2.92 km |
| Kahula | East | 3.20 km |
| Mahuna | South-East | 3.40 km |
| Chironjiya | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Pipaliya Khurd | West | 3.66 km |
| Rajpura | North-East | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khamkheda
Khamkheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sorai, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 82.5 km.
| 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 Gairatganj to Khamkheda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Khamkheda is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamkheda 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 Khamkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamkheda 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 Khamkheda
Where is Khamkheda located?
Khamkheda village is located in Gairatganj Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Khamkheda is Sayeedpur.
What is the pincode of Khamkheda?
The pincode of Khamkheda is 464884.
What is the population of Khamkheda?
Khamkheda has a total population of 585, including 321 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Khamkheda?
There are 110 households in Khamkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Khamkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamkheda is 73.33%. Male literacy is 74.14% and female literacy is 72.35%.