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
According to the 2011 Census, Khanda village had a total population of 1,446 people, including 729 males and 717 females, living in 330 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.59%, with male literacy at 78.22% and female literacy at 52.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 238, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 588.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,446, including 729 males and 717 females.
How many households are there in Khanda?
Khanda had 330 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanda was 65.59%. Male literacy was 78.22% and female literacy was 52.90%.