Khandoda - Badnagar, Ujjain
Khandoda is a village situated in the Badnagar tehsil of Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badnagar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ujjain. Khandoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandoda is 471982. The village covers a total geographical area of 743.39 hectares and falls under the 456771 pincode. Badnagar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Khandoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ujjain Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khandoda
As per Census 2011, Khandoda village has a total population of 1,237 people, consisting of 622 males and 615 females. The village has 234 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 703 literate and 534 illiterate residents. Additionally, 456 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khandoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,237 | 622 | 615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 101 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 456 | 233 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 703 | 435 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 534 | 187 | 347 |
Nearby Villages of Khandoda
Khandoda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mundat | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Simlawada | South | 1.72 km |
| Kalyanpura | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Khedanarayan | North | 2.63 km |
| Semalkhedi | East | 2.76 km |
| Kamanpur | West | 3.25 km |
| Udsinga | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Labaycha | North-East | 3.57 km |
| Sijawata | South-East | 3.70 km |
| Palwa | South | 3.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khandoda
Khandoda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Runija, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Badnagar to Khandoda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ujjain to Khandoda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandoda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khandoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khandoda
Where is Khandoda located?
Khandoda village is located in Badnagar Tehsil, Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandoda?
Khandoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khandoda?
The pincode of Khandoda is 456771.
What is the population of Khandoda?
Khandoda has a total population of 1,237, including 622 males and 615 females.
How many households are there in Khandoda?
There are 234 households in Khandoda.
What is the literacy rate in Khandoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandoda is 56.83%. Male literacy is 69.94% and female literacy is 43.58%.