Khapri (Raini) - Arjunda, Balod
Khapri (Raini) is a village situated in the Arjunda tehsil of Balod district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from Gunderdehi and around 50 km from Durg. Rehanchi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khapri (Raini) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khapri (Raini) is 442830. The village covers a total geographical area of 208.91 hectares and falls under the 491223 pincode. Arjunda is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khapri (Raini) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunderdehi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khapri (Raini)
As per Census 2011, Khapri (Raini) village has a total population of 372 people, consisting of 180 males and 192 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 283 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 264 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khapri (Raini) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 372 | 180 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 264 | 131 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 151 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 29 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Khapri (Raini)
Khapri (Raini) is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Rehchi | South | 1.53 km |
| Jhinka | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Parastarai | South-West | 2.20 km |
| Kandul | North | 2.21 km |
| Arjuni | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Kotgaon | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Chandan Birhi | East | 3.39 km |
| Kharbana | North | 3.75 km |
| Parna | South-West | 3.79 km |
| Chichalgondi | North-East | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khapri (Raini)
Khapri (Raini) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gundardehi, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arjunda to Khapri (Raini) is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Khapri (Raini) is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khapri (Raini)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khapri (Raini) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khapri (Raini)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khapri (Raini) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khapri (Raini)
Where is Khapri (Raini) located?
Khapri (Raini) village is located in Arjunda Tehsil, Balod district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khapri (Raini)?
The Gram Panchayat of Khapri (Raini) is Rehanchi.
What is the pincode of Khapri (Raini)?
The pincode of Khapri (Raini) is 491223.
What is the population of Khapri (Raini)?
Khapri (Raini) has a total population of 372, including 180 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Khapri (Raini)?
There are 88 households in Khapri (Raini).
What is the literacy rate in Khapri (Raini)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khapri (Raini) is 76.08%. Male literacy is 83.89% and female literacy is 68.75%.