Khamkheda - Gulana, Shajapur
Khamkheda is a village situated in the Gulana tehsil of Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gulana and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Shajapur. Khamkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamkheda is 472853. The village covers a total geographical area of 759.28 hectares and falls under the 465116 pincode. Sarangpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khamkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shujalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khamkheda
As per Census 2011, Khamkheda village has a total population of 1,618 people, consisting of 839 males and 779 females. The village has 403 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,070 literate and 548 illiterate residents. Additionally, 308 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khamkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,618 | 839 | 779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 102 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 159 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,070 | 652 | 418 |
| Illiterate Population | 548 | 187 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Khamkheda
Khamkheda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Modipur | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Bedar Nagar | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Chouki Shahpur | South-East | 2.60 km |
| Kamapur | South | 2.68 km |
| Chitawad | West | 3.17 km |
| Rupahedi | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Budlay | South-West | 3.97 km |
| Kadwala | East | 4.01 km |
| Dhanana | South | 4.02 km |
| Nolaya | North-East | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khamkheda
Khamkheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Akodia, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.9 km.
| 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 Sarangpur to Khamkheda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Khamkheda is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khamkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khamkheda
Where is Khamkheda located?
Khamkheda village is located in Gulana Tehsil, Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamkheda?
Khamkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khamkheda?
The pincode of Khamkheda is 465116.
What is the population of Khamkheda?
Khamkheda has a total population of 1,618, including 839 males and 779 females.
How many households are there in Khamkheda?
There are 403 households in Khamkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Khamkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamkheda is 66.13%. Male literacy is 77.71% and female literacy is 53.66%.