Khondara - Seepat, Bilaspur
Khondara is a village situated in the Seepat tehsil of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 50 km from Masturi and around 55 km from Bilaspur. Khoudhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khondara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khondara is 438803. The village covers a total geographical area of 203.095 hectares and falls under the 495550 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Khondara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Masturi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khondara
According to the 2011 Census, Khondara village had a total population of 736 people, including 369 males and 367 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.15%, with male literacy at 90.55% and female literacy at 63.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 600.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 736 | 369 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 62 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 600 | 291 | 309 |
| Literate Population | 476 | 278 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 91 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Khondara
Khondara 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 Khondara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khondara.
| 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 Bilaspur to Khondara is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khondara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khondara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khondara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khondara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khondara
Where is Khondara located?
Khondara village is located in Seepat Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khondara?
The Gram Panchayat of Khondara is Khoudhara.
What is the pincode of Khondara?
The pincode of Khondara is 495550.
What is the population of Khondara?
Khondara had a total population of 736, including 369 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Khondara?
Khondara had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khondara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khondara was 77.15%. Male literacy was 90.55% and female literacy was 63.87%.