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
According to the 2011 Census, Khawasa village had a total population of 3,238 people, including 1,645 males and 1,593 females, living in 737 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.97%, with male literacy at 90.22% and female literacy at 75.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 309, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 591.
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 | 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 had a total population of 3,238, including 1,645 males and 1,593 females.
How many households are there in Khawasa?
Khawasa had 737 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khawasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khawasa was 82.97%. Male literacy was 90.22% and female literacy was 75.51%.