Khanda
About Khanda
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Khanda village is 438817. Khanda village is located in Masturi tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Masturi (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Khanda village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 254.689 hectares. Khanda has a total population of 1,235 peoples, out of which male population is 617 while female population is 618. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1001 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of khanda village is 58.87% out of which 65.32% males and 52.43% females are literate. There are about 305 houses in khanda village. Pincode of khanda village locality is 495559.
When it comes to administration, Khanda village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Khanda village comes under Masturi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bilaspur Lok Sabha constituency. Bilaspur is nearest town to khanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Khanda
The population details of Khanda cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,235 | 617 | 618 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 176 | 98 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 26 | 10 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 425 | 213 | 212 |
| Literate Population | 727 | 403 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 214 | 294 |
Connectivity of Khanda
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Khanda
Where is Khanda located?
Khanda village is situated in Masturi Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanda?
Khanda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Khanda?
The pincode of Khanda is 495559, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khanda is 1,235, with 617 males and 618 females.
How many households are there in Khanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khanda village has a total of 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khanda is 58.87%. The male literacy rate is 65.32%, while the female literacy rate is 52.43%.