Khuniya - Udaipura, Raisen
Khuniya is a village situated in the Udaipura tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udaipura and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Ketoghan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khuniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuniya is 484984. The village covers a total geographical area of 466 hectares and falls under the 464770 pincode. Udaipura is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Khuniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khuniya
According to the 2011 Census, Khuniya village had a total population of 774 people, including 412 males and 362 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 879 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.93%, with male literacy at 74.57% and female literacy at 58.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 120, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 15.
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 | 774 | 412 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 66 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 58 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 258 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 154 | 189 |
Nearby Villages of Khuniya
Khuniya 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 Khuniya
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khuniya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Udaipura to Khuniya is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Khuniya is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuniya 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 Khuniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuniya 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 Khuniya
Where is Khuniya located?
Khuniya village is located in Udaipura Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Khuniya is Ketoghan.
What is the pincode of Khuniya?
The pincode of Khuniya is 464770.
What is the population of Khuniya?
Khuniya had a total population of 774, including 412 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Khuniya?
Khuniya had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khuniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuniya was 66.93%. Male literacy was 74.57% and female literacy was 58.05%.