Khudawali - Karera, Shivpuri
Khudawali is a village situated in the Karera tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from Narwar and around 90 km from Shivpuri. Khudawali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khudawali is 455612. The village covers a total geographical area of 595.98 hectares and falls under the 473880 pincode. Karera is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Khudawali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khudawali
As per Census 2011, Khudawali village has a total population of 1,348 people, consisting of 759 males and 589 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 776 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 720 literate and 628 illiterate residents. Additionally, 338 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khudawali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,348 | 759 | 589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 111 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 185 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 720 | 503 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 628 | 256 | 372 |
Nearby Villages of Khudawali
Khudawali 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 Khudawali
Khudawali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Karera to Khudawali is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Khudawali is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khudawali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khudawali 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 Khudawali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khudawali 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khudawali
Where is Khudawali located?
Khudawali village is located in Karera Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khudawali?
Khudawali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khudawali?
The pincode of Khudawali is 473880.
What is the population of Khudawali?
Khudawali has a total population of 1,348, including 759 males and 589 females.
How many households are there in Khudawali?
There are 290 households in Khudawali.
What is the literacy rate in Khudawali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khudawali is 53.41%. Male literacy is 66.27% and female literacy is 36.84%.