Khandwas
Khandwas is a village located in Badod tehsil of Shajapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 115km away from district headquarter Badod. Badod is the sub-district headquarter of Khandwas village. As per 2009 stats, Khandwas village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Khandwas unique in its vibrant Badod-Shajapur region. You’ll see Khandwas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Khandwas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khandwas is 472384. The village spans a total geographical area of 330.73 hectares. Agar is nearest town to Khandwas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
Google Map of Khandwas
Population of Khandwas
According to the 2011 Census, Khandwas has a total population of about 877, with approximately 446 males and 431 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 133 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 421 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.48%, with male literacy at about 50.00% and female literacy near 30.63%. There are around 163 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khandwas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 877 | 446 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 71 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 421 | 224 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 355 | 223 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 522 | 223 | 299 |
Connectivity of Khandwas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khandwas. As per the 2011 stats, Khandwas 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khandwas
Knowing the nearby villages of Khandwas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khandwas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khandwas
- Where is Khandwas located?
- Khandwas village is situated in Badod Tehsil, within the Shajapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khandwas?
- Khandwas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Khandwas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khandwas is 877, with 446 males and 431 females.
- How many households are there in Khandwas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khandwas village has a total of 163 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khandwas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khandwas is 40.48%. The male literacy rate is 50.00%, while the female literacy rate is 30.63%.