Khirwa
Khirwa is a village located in Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Chitrangi (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Singrauli. As per 2009 stats, Khirwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Khirwa has its own place in the vibrant Singrauli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khirwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khirwa is 503639. The village spans a total geographical area of 1352.19 hectares. Singrauli is nearest town to Khirwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khirwa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sidhi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khirwa
Population of Khirwa
Below is a concise population overview of Khirwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,990 | 2,083 | 1,907 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 863 | 474 | 389 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 283 | 135 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,337 | 706 | 631 |
| Literate Population | 1,555 | 993 | 562 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,435 | 1,090 | 1,345 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khirwa village:
- The total population of Khirwa village is around 3,990, including approximately 2,083 males and 1,907 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 863 children aged 0–6 years in Khirwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khirwa village has 283 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,337 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khirwa village is about 38.97%, with male literacy at 47.67% and female literacy at 29.47%.
- There are around 794 households in Khirwa village.
Connectivity of Khirwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khirwa. As per the 2011 stats, Khirwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khirwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Khirwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khirwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khirwa
- Where is Khirwa located?
- Khirwa village is situated in Chitrangi Tehsil, within the Singrauli district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khirwa?
- Khirwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Khirwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khirwa is 3,990, with 2,083 males and 1,907 females.
- How many households are there in Khirwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khirwa village has a total of 794 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khirwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khirwa is 38.97%. The male literacy rate is 47.67%, while the female literacy rate is 29.47%.