Khurjan - Vijaypur, Sheopur
Khurjan is a village situated in the Vijaypur tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaypur and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Khurjan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khurjan is 451452. The village covers a total geographical area of 1065 hectares and falls under the 476332 pincode. Vijaypur is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Khurjan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khurjan
According to the 2011 Census, Khurjan village had a total population of 879 people, including 473 males and 406 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 858 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.72%, with male literacy at 65.96% and female literacy at 36.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 353.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 879 | 473 | 406 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 94 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 353 | 181 | 172 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 250 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 511 | 223 | 288 |
Nearby Villages of Khurjan
Khurjan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khurjan
Khurjan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Vijaypur to Khurjan is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Khurjan is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khurjan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khurjan 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 Khurjan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khurjan 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 Khurjan
Where is Khurjan located?
Khurjan village is located in Vijaypur Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khurjan?
Khurjan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khurjan?
The pincode of Khurjan is 476332.
What is the population of Khurjan?
Khurjan had a total population of 879, including 473 males and 406 females.
How many households are there in Khurjan?
Khurjan had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khurjan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khurjan was 52.72%. Male literacy was 65.96% and female literacy was 36.99%.