Khapa - Lakhnadon, Seoni
Khapa is a village situated in the Lakhnadon tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnadon and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Ourapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khapa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khapa is 495680. The village covers a total geographical area of 461 hectares and falls under the 480888 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Khapa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khapa
As per Census 2011, Khapa village has a total population of 499 people, consisting of 247 males and 252 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 229 literate and 270 illiterate residents. Additionally, 499 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khapa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 499 | 247 | 252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 499 | 247 | 252 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 137 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 110 | 160 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Lakhnadon to Khapa is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Khapa is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 Lakhnadon Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khapa?
The Gram Panchayat of Khapa is Ourapani.
What is the pincode of Khapa?
The pincode of Khapa is 480888.
What is the population of Khapa?
Khapa has a total population of 499, including 247 males and 252 females.
How many households are there in Khapa?
There are 88 households in Khapa.
What is the literacy rate in Khapa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khapa is 45.89%. Male literacy is 55.47% and female literacy is 36.51%.