The district of Khandwa is also known as the East Nimar District. The district has its main centre for its administration in the city of Khandwa itself. The district of Khandwa is located in the region that is known as the Nimar Region of Madhya Pradesh. The district of Khandwa is bordered by the river Narmada on one side and the districts of Burhanpur, Harda, Betul, Khargone and Devas. The region came under the British rule when the Maratha kings surrendered to the brutal forces of the East India Company. The district of Khandwa covers a land area of 6206 sq km with a population of 13 lacs individuals. The density of population of the3 district of Khandwa is approximately around 178 people per sq km. The district of Khandwa is noted as one of the 250 most backward districts of the republic of India. The district is highly dependent on the funds provide4d by the Indian Government for its proper execution of the administration.