Khamba - Kurai, Seoni
Khamba is a village situated in the Kurai tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurai and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Satosha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamba is 497185. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.69 hectares and falls under the 481111 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Khamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khamba
According to the 2011 Census, Khamba village had a total population of 431 people, including 214 males and 217 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.61%, with male literacy at 73.54% and female literacy at 57.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 410.
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 | 431 | 214 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 410 | 205 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 139 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 75 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Khamba
Khamba 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 Khamba
Khamba is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Seoni to Khamba is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamba 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 Khamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamba 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 Khamba
Where is Khamba located?
Khamba village is located in Kurai Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Khamba is Satosha.
What is the pincode of Khamba?
The pincode of Khamba is 481111.
What is the population of Khamba?
Khamba had a total population of 431, including 214 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Khamba?
Khamba had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamba was 65.61%. Male literacy was 73.54% and female literacy was 57.67%.