Khandwa
Khandwa is a village located in Shyampur tehsil of Sehore district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Shyampur (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Sehore. As per 2009 stats, Khandwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Khandwa has its own place in the vibrant Sehore region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khandwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khandwa is 482849. The village spans a total geographical area of 1690.83 hectares. Sehore is nearest town to Khandwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khandwa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sehore Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhopal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khandwa
Population of Khandwa
Below is a concise population overview of Khandwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,897 | 2,010 | 1,887 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 543 | 280 | 263 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 494 | 240 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,344 | 1,455 | 889 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,553 | 555 | 998 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khandwa village:
- The total population of Khandwa village is around 3,897, including approximately 2,010 males and 1,887 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 543 children aged 0–6 years in Khandwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khandwa village has 494 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khandwa village is about 60.15%, with male literacy at 72.39% and female literacy at 47.11%.
- There are around 791 households in Khandwa village.
Connectivity of Khandwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khandwa. As per the 2011 stats, Khandwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khandwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Khandwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khandwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khandwa
- Where is Khandwa located?
- Khandwa village is situated in Shyampur Tehsil, within the Sehore district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khandwa?
- Khandwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Khandwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khandwa is 3,897, with 2,010 males and 1,887 females.
- How many households are there in Khandwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khandwa village has a total of 791 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khandwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khandwa is 60.15%. The male literacy rate is 72.39%, while the female literacy rate is 47.11%.