Khapa(Khurd) - Tumsar, Bhandara
Khapa(Khurd) is a village situated in the Tumsar tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumsar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Alesur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khapa(Khurd) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khapa(Khurd) is 536676. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 441912 pincode. Tumsar is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Khapa(Khurd) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khapa(Khurd)
As per Census 2011, Khapa(Khurd) village has a total population of 581 people, consisting of 274 males and 307 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 1,120 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 443 literate and 138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 551 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khapa(Khurd) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 581 | 274 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 551 | 258 | 293 |
| Literate Population | 443 | 220 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 54 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Khapa(Khurd)
Khapa(Khurd) 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 Khapa(Khurd)
Khapa(Khurd) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tumsar to Khapa(Khurd) is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhandara to Khapa(Khurd) is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khapa(Khurd)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khapa(Khurd) 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 Khapa(Khurd)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khapa(Khurd) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khapa(Khurd)
Where is Khapa(Khurd) located?
Khapa(Khurd) village is located in Tumsar Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khapa(Khurd)?
The Gram Panchayat of Khapa(Khurd) is Alesur.
What is the pincode of Khapa(Khurd)?
The pincode of Khapa(Khurd) is 441912.
What is the population of Khapa(Khurd)?
Khapa(Khurd) has a total population of 581, including 274 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Khapa(Khurd)?
There are 95 households in Khapa(Khurd).
What is the literacy rate in Khapa(Khurd)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khapa(Khurd) is 76.25%. Male literacy is 80.29% and female literacy is 72.64%.