Khanda

Khanda is a village located in Jaitpur tehsil of Shahdol district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Jaitpur (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Shahdol. As per 2009 stats, Khanda village is also a gram panchayat.

Khanda has its own place in the vibrant Shahdol region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Khanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khanda is 501677. The village spans a total geographical area of 610.87 hectares. Shahdol is nearest town to Khanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.

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Population of Khanda

Below is a concise population overview of Khanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,446 729 717
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 237 123 114
Scheduled Castes (SC) 238 118 120
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 588 301 287
Literate Population 793 474 319
Illiterate Population 653 255 398

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khanda village:

  • The total population of Khanda village is around 1,446, including approximately 729 males and 717 females, with a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 237 children aged 0–6 years in Khanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khanda village has 238 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 588 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Khanda village is about 54.84%, with male literacy at 65.02% and female literacy at 44.49%.
  • There are around 330 households in Khanda village.

Connectivity of Khanda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khanda. As per the 2011 stats, Khanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Khanda

Knowing the nearby villages of Khanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khanda.

Ghor Bandha Bhodakachar Abad Bhodakachar Viran Bodari Dol Tengha Rupaula Kota Koti Dhummadol Chitraudi Bahera Dol

Frequently Asked Questions about Khanda

Where is Khanda located?
Khanda village is situated in Jaitpur Tehsil, within the Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanda?
Khanda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Khanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khanda is 1,446, with 729 males and 717 females.
How many households are there in Khanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khanda village has a total of 330 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khanda is 54.84%. The male literacy rate is 65.02%, while the female literacy rate is 44.49%.