Kher Khunta - Sailana, Ratlam
Kher Khunta is a village situated in the Sailana tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sailana and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Sundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kher Khunta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kher Khunta is 470594. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.12 hectares and falls under the 457001 pincode. Sailana is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kher Khunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kher Khunta
According to the 2011 Census, Kher Khunta village had a total population of 430 people, including 219 males and 211 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.73%, with male literacy at 70.19% and female literacy at 37.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 429.
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 | 430 | 219 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 58 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 429 | 219 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 113 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 106 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Kher Khunta
Kher Khunta 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 Kher Khunta
Public transport in the Kher Khunta is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sailana to Kher Khunta is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Kher Khunta is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kher Khunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kher Khunta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kher Khunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kher Khunta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kher Khunta
Where is Kher Khunta located?
Kher Khunta village is located in Sailana Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kher Khunta?
The Gram Panchayat of Kher Khunta is Sundi.
What is the pincode of Kher Khunta?
The pincode of Kher Khunta is 457001.
What is the population of Kher Khunta?
Kher Khunta had a total population of 430, including 219 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Kher Khunta?
Kher Khunta had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kher Khunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kher Khunta was 53.73%. Male literacy was 70.19% and female literacy was 37.27%.