Kham Kheda
Kham Kheda | |
|---|---|
village | |
  Kham Kheda Location within Madhya Pradesh  Kham Kheda Location within India | |
| Coordinates: 22°58′42″N 77°16′09″E / 22.9784695°N 77.2692503°E | |
| Country | India |
| State | Madhya Pradesh |
| District | Bhopal |
| Tehsil | Huzur |
| Elevation | 487 m (1,598 ft) |
| Population (2011) | |
• Total | 1,652 |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| ISO 3166 code | MP-IN |
| 2011 census code | 482386 |
Kham kheda[1] is a village located in the Hoshangabad district (now Narmadapuram district) of Madhya Pradesh, India.[2] It is a small agrarian settlement situated in the southern part of the district and forms part of the Narmada Valley region. The village is primarily known for its rural landscape, agricultural practices, and proximity to nearby towns.[3]
Geography
[edit]Khamkheda lies within the central Indian plains and is influenced by the Narmada River basin. The region experiences a tropical climate with hot summers, a monsoon season between June and September, and mild winters. The surrounding land consists mostly of fertile black soil suitable for farming.[4]
Demographics
[edit]The population of Khamkheda consists mainly of farming families belonging to various local communities. Hindi is the predominant language spoken in the village, along with regional dialects of Madhya Pradesh. The settlement pattern is typical of rural central India, with households organized around agricultural fields.
Economy
[edit]Agriculture is the primary economic activity in Khamkheda. Farmers cultivate crops such as wheat, soybeans, maize, and pulses, depending on seasonal rainfall. Animal husbandry, including cattle and goat rearing, contributes to additional income for residents. Small local shops serve basic commercial needs.
Transport
[edit]Khamkheda is connected to nearby villages and towns through rural roads. The nearest major town providing access to markets, healthcare, and administrative services is Hoshangabad (Narmadapuram). Public transport is limited, with residents primarily relying on private vehicles, shared auto-rickshaws, and buses operating on regional routes.
Culture
[edit]The village observes local festivals typical to the region, including Diwali, Holi, and various harvest celebrations. Traditional folk practices, local fairs, and community gatherings form an integral part of the village's cultural identity.
See also
[edit]- Hoshangabad district
- Villages in Madhya Pradesh
- Narmada Valley
Demographics
[edit]According to the 2011 census of India, Kham Kheda has 376 households. The effective literacy rate (i.e. the literacy rate of population excluding children aged 6 and below) is 69.84%.[5]
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1652 | 862 | 790 |
| Children aged below 6 years | 256 | 135 | 121 |
| Scheduled caste | 536 | 273 | 263 |
| Scheduled tribe | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Literates | 975 | 582 | 393 |
| Workers (all) | 890 | 495 | 395 |
| Main workers (total) | 817 | 464 | 353 |
| Main workers: Cultivators | 403 | 235 | 168 |
| Main workers: Agricultural labourers | 336 | 174 | 162 |
| Main workers: Household industry workers | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Main workers: Other | 69 | 50 | 19 |
| Marginal workers (total) | 73 | 31 | 42 |
| Marginal workers: Cultivators | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Marginal workers: Agricultural labourers | 35 | 11 | 24 |
| Marginal workers: Household industry workers | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Marginal workers: Others | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Non-workers | 762 | 367 | 395 |
References
[edit]- ↑ "Kham Kheda", Wikipedia, 2 January 2021, retrieved 26 November 2025
- ↑ "Khamkheda Village, Raisen – Map, Weather, Population | Know Where is Khamkheda Village Located, Raisen, Raisen, Madhya Pradesh | Khamkheda Weather Today, Tomorrow". www.themapscompany.com. Retrieved 26 November 2025.
- ↑ "Kham Khedi Village | Map of Kham Khedi Village in Pipariya Tehsil, Hoshangabad of Madhya Pradesh". www.mapsofindia.com. Retrieved 26 November 2025.
- ↑ "Kham Khedi Village, Bankhedi – Map, Weather, Population | Know Where is Kham Khedi Village Located, Bankhedi, Hoshangabad, Madhya Pradesh | Kham Khedi Weather Today, Tomorrow". www.themapscompany.com. Retrieved 26 November 2025.
- 1 2 "District Census Handbook – Bhopal" (PDF). 2011 Census of India. Directorate of Census Operations, Madhya Pradesh. Retrieved 20 July 2015.