Khaniyadhana

Khaniyadhana is a town and a Nagar Palika in Shivpuri district in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh.it is known also for jain temples. There are 7 jain temples. almost jain temples has its interesting history.

History

Before Indian independence in 1947, Khaniadhana was the capital of a judev maharaj kalgsingh

Geography

It is located in Shivpuri District at 25º01' N, 78º07' E.

Demographics

As of 2001 India census, Khaniyadhana had a population of 12,595. Males constitute 52% of the population and females 48%. Khaniyadhana has an average literacy rate of 58%, lower than the national average of 59.5%: male literacy is 68%, and female literacy is 47%. In Khaniyadhana, 19% of the population is under 6 years of age.

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