Khapa - Keolari, Seoni
Khapa is a village situated in the Keolari tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keolari and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Khapabazar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khapa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khapa is 496442. The village covers a total geographical area of 474.81 hectares and falls under the 480991 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Khapa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khapa
As per Census 2011, Khapa village has a total population of 1,278 people, consisting of 649 males and 629 females. The village has 308 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 872 literate and 406 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 406 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khapa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,278 | 649 | 629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 78 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 60 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 406 | 206 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 872 | 477 | 395 |
| Illiterate Population | 406 | 172 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Khapa
Khapa 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 Khapa
Khapa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khapa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Seoni to Khapa is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khapa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khapa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khapa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khapa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khapa
Where is Khapa located?
Khapa village is located in Keolari Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khapa?
The Gram Panchayat of Khapa is Khapabazar.
What is the pincode of Khapa?
The pincode of Khapa is 480991.
What is the population of Khapa?
Khapa has a total population of 1,278, including 649 males and 629 females.
How many households are there in Khapa?
There are 308 households in Khapa.
What is the literacy rate in Khapa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khapa is 68.23%. Male literacy is 73.50% and female literacy is 62.80%.