Khardon Khurd - Kalapipal, Shajapur
Khardon Khurd is a village situated in the Kalapipal tehsil of Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalapipal and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Shajapur. Khardonkhurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khardon Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khardon Khurd is 473132. The village covers a total geographical area of 745.29 hectares and falls under the 465339 pincode. Shujalpur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Khardon Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalapipal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dewas Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khardon Khurd
As per Census 2011, Khardon Khurd village has a total population of 3,354 people, consisting of 1,665 males and 1,689 females. The village has 626 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 753 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,721 literate and 1,633 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khardon Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,354 | 1,665 | 1,689 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 753 | 398 | 355 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 45 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 1,721 | 983 | 738 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,633 | 682 | 951 |
Nearby Villages of Khardon Khurd
Khardon Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kher Khedi | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Bishan Khedi | South-West | 2.68 km |
| Bakayan | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Ramdi | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Nipanya Khanjar | South | 4.40 km |
| Bor Kheda | North | 5.21 km |
| Kohada | South-East | 6.17 km |
| Kamalpur | South-West | 6.60 km |
| Richhadi | South | 6.82 km |
| Iklera | West | 7.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khardon Khurd
Khardon Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kalapipal, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shujalpur to Khardon Khurd is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Khardon Khurd is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khardon Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khardon Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khardon Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khardon Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khardon Khurd
Where is Khardon Khurd located?
Khardon Khurd village is located in Kalapipal Tehsil, Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khardon Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Khardon Khurd is Khardonkhurd.
What is the pincode of Khardon Khurd?
The pincode of Khardon Khurd is 465339.
What is the population of Khardon Khurd?
Khardon Khurd has a total population of 3,354, including 1,665 males and 1,689 females.
How many households are there in Khardon Khurd?
There are 626 households in Khardon Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Khardon Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khardon Khurd is 51.31%. Male literacy is 59.04% and female literacy is 43.69%.