Khamda - Dharni, Amravati
Khamda is a village situated in the Dharni tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharni and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Rangubeli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khamda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamda is 531481. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 444702 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Khamda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khamda
As per Census 2011, Khamda village has a total population of 510 people, consisting of 259 males and 251 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 297 literate and 213 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 502 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khamda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 510 | 259 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 41 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 502 | 253 | 249 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 179 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 80 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Khamda
Khamda 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 Khamda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khamda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Achalpur to Khamda is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Khamda is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamda 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 Khamda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khamda
Where is Khamda located?
Khamda village is located in Dharni Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamda?
The Gram Panchayat of Khamda is Rangubeli.
What is the pincode of Khamda?
The pincode of Khamda is 444702.
What is the population of Khamda?
Khamda has a total population of 510, including 259 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Khamda?
There are 116 households in Khamda.
What is the literacy rate in Khamda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamda is 58.24%. Male literacy is 69.11% and female literacy is 47.01%.