Khempur - Ashta, Sehore
Khempur is a village situated in the Ashta tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashta and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Jagmalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khempur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khempur is 482916. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.27 hectares and falls under the 466116 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Khempur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khempur
According to the 2011 Census, Khempur village had a total population of 309 people, including 156 males and 153 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.79%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 52.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 309 | 156 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 108 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 48 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Khempur
Khempur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhagwanpur | East | 1.65 km |
| Ahmadpur | North | 1.69 km |
| Aroliya Ashta | West | 1.87 km |
| Richhadiya | South | 1.93 km |
| Khaladiya | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Jagmalpura | East | 2.69 km |
| Tajpura | North | 2.91 km |
| Paladiya | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Paroliyapar | West | 3.47 km |
| Sekdapura | East | 3.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khempur
Khempur 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 58.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ashta to Khempur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Khempur is about 49 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 Khempur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khempur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khempur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khempur 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 Khempur
Where is Khempur located?
Khempur village is located in Ashta Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khempur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khempur is Jagmalpur.
What is the pincode of Khempur?
The pincode of Khempur is 466116.
What is the population of Khempur?
Khempur had a total population of 309, including 156 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Khempur?
Khempur had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khempur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khempur was 66.79%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 52.76%.