Khawasa - Kurai, Seoni
Khawasa is a village situated in the Kurai tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurai and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Khawasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khawasa is 497193. The village covers a total geographical area of 285.82 hectares and falls under the 480880 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Khawasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khawasa
As per Census 2011, Khawasa village has a total population of 3,238 people, consisting of 1,645 males and 1,593 females. The village has 737 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 373 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,377 literate and 861 illiterate residents. Additionally, 309 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 591 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khawasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,238 | 1,645 | 1,593 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 193 | 180 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 160 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 591 | 301 | 290 |
| Literate Population | 2,377 | 1,310 | 1,067 |
| Illiterate Population | 861 | 335 | 526 |
Nearby Villages of Khawasa
Khawasa 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 Khawasa
Khawasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Seoni to Khawasa is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khawasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khawasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khawasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khawasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khawasa
Where is Khawasa located?
Khawasa village is located in Kurai Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khawasa?
Khawasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khawasa?
The pincode of Khawasa is 480880.
What is the population of Khawasa?
Khawasa has a total population of 3,238, including 1,645 males and 1,593 females.
How many households are there in Khawasa?
There are 737 households in Khawasa.
What is the literacy rate in Khawasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khawasa is 73.41%. Male literacy is 79.64% and female literacy is 66.98%.