Khand
Khand is a village located in Sohagpur tehsil of Shahdol district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 45km away from Shahdol, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Khand village. As per 2009 stats, Khand village is also a gram panchayat.
Khand 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 Khand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khand is 501360. The village spans a total geographical area of 1448.11 hectares. Jaisinghnagar is nearest town to Khand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Khand
Population of Khand
Below is a concise population overview of Khand as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,779 | 857 | 922 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 131 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 362 | 176 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 950 | 436 | 514 |
| Literate Population | 1,045 | 582 | 463 |
| Illiterate Population | 734 | 275 | 459 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khand village:
- The total population of Khand village is around 1,779, including approximately 857 males and 922 females, with a sex ratio of 1075 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 272 children aged 0–6 years in Khand village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khand village has 362 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 950 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khand village is about 58.74%, with male literacy at 67.91% and female literacy at 50.22%.
- There are around 462 households in Khand village.
Connectivity of Khand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khand. As per the 2011 stats, Khand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khand
Knowing the nearby villages of Khand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khand
- Where is Khand located?
- Khand village is situated in Sohagpur Tehsil, within the Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khand?
- Khand serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Khand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khand is 1,779, with 857 males and 922 females.
- How many households are there in Khand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khand village has a total of 462 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khand is 58.74%. The male literacy rate is 67.91%, while the female literacy rate is 50.22%.