Kuhanjapur - Badoda, Sheopur
Kuhanjapur is a village situated in the Badoda tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badoda and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Kunhajapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuhanjapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuhanjapur is 451773. The village covers a total geographical area of 684 hectares and falls under the 476339 pincode. Badoda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kuhanjapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheopur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuhanjapur
As per Census 2011, Kuhanjapur village has a total population of 1,385 people, consisting of 713 males and 672 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 204 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 715 literate and 670 illiterate residents. Additionally, 291 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 104 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuhanjapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,385 | 713 | 672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 102 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 159 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 47 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 715 | 438 | 277 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 275 | 395 |
Nearby Villages of Kuhanjapur
Kuhanjapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Adotpura Alis_e Rajpu | South-East | 0.98 km |
| Rajpura Jhunjhunipura | North-West | 1.18 km |
| Kalu Khedli | North | 1.62 km |
| Lalitpura | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Bahdawad | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Rajaura | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Bida Khedli | North-East | 3.19 km |
| Karjoda | West | 3.22 km |
| Basond | North | 3.54 km |
| Meethod | West | 3.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuhanjapur
Kuhanjapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sheopur Kalan, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Badoda to Kuhanjapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Kuhanjapur is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuhanjapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuhanjapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kuhanjapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuhanjapur 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 Kuhanjapur
Where is Kuhanjapur located?
Kuhanjapur village is located in Badoda Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuhanjapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuhanjapur is Kunhajapur.
What is the pincode of Kuhanjapur?
The pincode of Kuhanjapur is 476339.
What is the population of Kuhanjapur?
Kuhanjapur has a total population of 1,385, including 713 males and 672 females.
How many households are there in Kuhanjapur?
There are 268 households in Kuhanjapur.
What is the literacy rate in Kuhanjapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuhanjapur is 51.62%. Male literacy is 61.43% and female literacy is 41.22%.