Khamkheda (Baijnath) - Ashta, Sehore
Khamkheda (Baijnath) is a village situated in the Ashta tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashta and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Khamkheda (Baijnath) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamkheda (Baijnath) is 482957. The village covers a total geographical area of 1477.16 hectares and falls under the 466125 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khamkheda (Baijnath) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khamkheda (Baijnath)
According to the 2011 Census, Khamkheda (Baijnath) village had a total population of 4,552 people, including 2,346 males and 2,206 females, living in 839 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.12%, with male literacy at 82.84% and female literacy at 52.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 879, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 4,552 | 2,346 | 2,206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 590 | 301 | 289 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 879 | 460 | 419 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 2,699 | 1,694 | 1,005 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,853 | 652 | 1,201 |
Nearby Villages of Khamkheda (Baijnath)
Khamkheda (Baijnath) 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 Khamkheda (Baijnath)
Khamkheda (Baijnath) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ashta to Khamkheda (Baijnath) is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Khamkheda (Baijnath) is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamkheda (Baijnath)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamkheda (Baijnath) 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khamkheda (Baijnath)
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 (Baijnath) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khamkheda (Baijnath)
Where is Khamkheda (Baijnath) located?
Khamkheda (Baijnath) village is located in Ashta Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khamkheda (Baijnath)?
Khamkheda (Baijnath) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khamkheda (Baijnath)?
The pincode of Khamkheda (Baijnath) is 466125.
What is the population of Khamkheda (Baijnath)?
Khamkheda (Baijnath) had a total population of 4,552, including 2,346 males and 2,206 females.
How many households are there in Khamkheda (Baijnath)?
Khamkheda (Baijnath) had 839 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khamkheda (Baijnath)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamkheda (Baijnath) was 68.12%. Male literacy was 82.84% and female literacy was 52.43%.