Khandam
Khandam is a village located in Kondagaon tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Kondagaon (tehsildar office) and 74km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Khandam village is also a gram panchayat.
Khandam has its own place in the vibrant Bastar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khandam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khandam is 448769. The village spans a total geographical area of 439.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491228. Kondagaon is nearest town to Khandam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Khandam
Population of Khandam
Below is a concise population overview of Khandam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 872 | 412 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 63 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 837 | 394 | 443 |
| Literate Population | 422 | 260 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 450 | 152 | 298 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khandam village:
- The total population of Khandam village is around 872, including approximately 412 males and 460 females, with a sex ratio of 1116 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 141 children aged 0–6 years in Khandam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khandam village has 27 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 837 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khandam village is about 48.39%, with male literacy at 63.11% and female literacy at 35.22%.
- There are around 177 households in Khandam village.
Connectivity of Khandam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khandam. As per the 2011 stats, Khandam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khandam
Knowing the nearby villages of Khandam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khandam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khandam
- Where is Khandam located?
- Khandam village is situated in Kondagaon Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khandam?
- Khandam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khandam?
- The pincode of Khandam is 491228, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khandam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khandam is 872, with 412 males and 460 females.
- How many households are there in Khandam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khandam village has a total of 177 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khandam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khandam is 48.39%. The male literacy rate is 63.11%, while the female literacy rate is 35.22%.