Khektara
Khektara is a village located in Lormi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Lormi (tehsildar office) and 76km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Hardi is the gram panchayat of Khektara village.
Khektara has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur 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 Khektara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khektara is 437750. The village spans a total geographical area of 142.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495115. Lormi is nearest town to Khektara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khektara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lormi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khektara
Population of Khektara
Below is a concise population overview of Khektara 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 | 999 | 497 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 86 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 688 | 342 | 346 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 506 | 307 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 190 | 303 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khektara village:
- The total population of Khektara village is around 999, including approximately 497 males and 502 females, with a sex ratio of 1010 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 179 children aged 0–6 years in Khektara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khektara village has 688 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Khektara village is about 50.65%, with male literacy at 61.77% and female literacy at 39.64%.
- There are around 218 households in Khektara village.
Connectivity of Khektara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khektara. As per the 2011 stats, Khektara 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khektara
Knowing the nearby villages of Khektara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khektara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khektara
- Where is Khektara located?
- Khektara village is situated in Lormi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khektara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khektara is Hardi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Khektara?
- The pincode of Khektara is 495115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khektara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khektara is 999, with 497 males and 502 females.
- How many households are there in Khektara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khektara village has a total of 218 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khektara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khektara is 50.65%. The male literacy rate is 61.77%, while the female literacy rate is 39.64%.