Kherona Dang - Kolaras, Shivpuri
Kherona Dang is a village situated in the Kolaras tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kolaras and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Unhai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kherona Dang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherona Dang is 455883. The village covers a total geographical area of 379.65 hectares and falls under the 473774 pincode. Kolaras is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kherona Dang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kherona Dang
As per Census 2011, Kherona Dang village has a total population of 681 people, consisting of 356 males and 325 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 250 literate and 431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 101 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 270 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kherona Dang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 681 | 356 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 78 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 101 | 52 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 270 | 143 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 250 | 158 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 198 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Kherona Dang
Kherona Dang 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belar | South | 1.48 km |
| Chandanpur | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Bajna | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Unai | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Kolayai | South-West | 2.73 km |
| Piparoda | East | 2.79 km |
| Madi Morani | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Jharas | East | 3.18 km |
| Segama | South | 3.55 km |
| Ganesh Kheda | South-East | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kherona Dang
Kherona Dang is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lukwasa, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 122.9 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 Kolaras to Kherona Dang is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Kherona Dang is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kherona Dang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherona Dang 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 Kherona Dang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherona Dang 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 Kherona Dang
Where is Kherona Dang located?
Kherona Dang village is located in Kolaras Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kherona Dang?
The Gram Panchayat of Kherona Dang is Unhai.
What is the pincode of Kherona Dang?
The pincode of Kherona Dang is 473774.
What is the population of Kherona Dang?
Kherona Dang has a total population of 681, including 356 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Kherona Dang?
There are 129 households in Kherona Dang.
What is the literacy rate in Kherona Dang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherona Dang is 36.71%. Male literacy is 44.38% and female literacy is 28.31%.