Khanda - Jaitpur, Shahdol
Khanda is a village situated in the Jaitpur tehsil of Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaitpur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Shahdol. Khanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanda is 501677. The village covers a total geographical area of 610.87 hectares and falls under the 484224 pincode. Shahdol is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Khanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khanda
As per Census 2011, Khanda village has a total population of 1,446 people, consisting of 729 males and 717 females. The village has 330 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 237 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 793 literate and 653 illiterate residents. Additionally, 238 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 588 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Khanda
Khanda 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 Khanda
Public transport in the Khanda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Shahdol to Khanda is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khanda
Where is Khanda located?
Khanda village is located in Jaitpur Tehsil, Shahdol district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanda?
Khanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khanda?
The pincode of Khanda is 484224.
What is the population of Khanda?
Khanda has a total population of 1,446, including 729 males and 717 females.
How many households are there in Khanda?
There are 330 households in Khanda.
What is the literacy rate in Khanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanda is 54.84%. Male literacy is 65.02% and female literacy is 44.49%.