Khosada - Sonakhan, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Khosada is a village situated in the Sonakhan tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 33 km from Kasdol and around 141 km from Raipur. Khosda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khosada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khosada is 444191. The village covers a total geographical area of 180.3 hectares and falls under the 493344 pincode. Kasdol is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Khosada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baloda bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khosada
As per Census 2011, Khosada village has a total population of 291 people, consisting of 146 males and 145 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 178 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 271 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khosada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 291 | 146 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 271 | 136 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 106 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 40 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Khosada
Khosada 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 Khosada
Khosada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Kasdol to Khosada is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Khosada is about 141 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khosada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khosada 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 Khosada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khosada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khosada
Where is Khosada located?
Khosada village is located in Sonakhan Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khosada?
The Gram Panchayat of Khosada is Khosda.
What is the pincode of Khosada?
The pincode of Khosada is 493344.
What is the population of Khosada?
Khosada has a total population of 291, including 146 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Khosada?
There are 58 households in Khosada.
What is the literacy rate in Khosada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khosada is 61.17%. Male literacy is 72.60% and female literacy is 49.66%.