Khandaurapur - Ashta, Sehore
Khandaurapur is a village situated in the Ashta tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashta and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Arniya Daud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khandaurapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandaurapur is 483016. The village covers a total geographical area of 343.49 hectares and falls under the 466116 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khandaurapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khandaurapur
According to the 2011 Census, Khandaurapur village had a total population of 784 people, including 402 males and 382 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.31%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 55.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 297.
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 | 784 | 402 | 382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 51 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 151 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 483 | 297 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 105 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Khandaurapur
Khandaurapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arniya Daud | South-West | 1.76 km |
| Bager | North | 2.59 km |
| Bapcha | West | 2.60 km |
| Bhatoni | South | 2.89 km |
| Arniya Ram | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Jhirniya | South | 3.40 km |
| Bhonra | East | 3.56 km |
| Pagri | South-West | 3.87 km |
| Bhaurasa | West | 4.25 km |
| Sobha Khedi | North-West | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khandaurapur
Khandaurapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jabri, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.5 km.
| 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 Ashta to Khandaurapur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Khandaurapur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandaurapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandaurapur 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 Khandaurapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandaurapur 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 Khandaurapur
Where is Khandaurapur located?
Khandaurapur village is located in Ashta Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khandaurapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandaurapur is Arniya Daud.
What is the pincode of Khandaurapur?
The pincode of Khandaurapur is 466116.
What is the population of Khandaurapur?
Khandaurapur had a total population of 784, including 402 males and 382 females.
How many households are there in Khandaurapur?
Khandaurapur had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandaurapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandaurapur was 70.31%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 55.36%.