Khatai - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Khatai is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Khatai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatai is 503464. The village covers a total geographical area of 486.88 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Morva is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Khatai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khatai
As per Census 2011, Khatai village has a total population of 1,957 people, consisting of 1,054 males and 903 females. The village has 444 households and a sex ratio of 856 females per 1,000 males. There are 316 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,054 literate and 903 illiterate residents. Additionally, 288 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 100 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khatai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,957 | 1,054 | 903 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 168 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 152 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 54 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 1,054 | 641 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 903 | 413 | 490 |
Nearby Villages of Khatai
Khatai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagdara Kalan | South | 1.95 km |
| Harma | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Bagdara Khurd | East | 2.82 km |
| Lalmati | South | 3.77 km |
| Duara | South-East | 4.16 km |
| Kekraon | East | 4.18 km |
| Kolhawa | East | 4.23 km |
| Chitrangi | South | 4.33 km |
| Khairhani | North-West | 4.42 km |
| Rehada | East | 4.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khatai
Khatai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gondwali, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.5 km.
| 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 Morva to Khatai is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Khatai is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khatai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khatai
Where is Khatai located?
Khatai village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatai?
Khatai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khatai?
The pincode of Khatai is 486882.
What is the population of Khatai?
Khatai has a total population of 1,957, including 1,054 males and 903 females.
How many households are there in Khatai?
There are 444 households in Khatai.
What is the literacy rate in Khatai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatai is 53.86%. Male literacy is 60.82% and female literacy is 45.74%.