Khamhariya - Takhatpur, Bilaspur
Khamhariya is a village situated in the Takhatpur tehsil of Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Takhatpur and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Bilaspur. Karankapa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khamhariya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamhariya is 438539. The village covers a total geographical area of 207.1 hectares and falls under the 495003 pincode. Takhatpur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khamhariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Takhatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khamhariya
According to the 2011 Census, Khamhariya village had a total population of 687 people, including 353 males and 334 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.61%, with male literacy at 87.32% and female literacy at 62.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 687 | 353 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 69 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 429 | 248 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 105 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Khamhariya
Khamhariya 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 Khamhariya
Khamhariya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Takhatpur to Khamhariya is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Khamhariya is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamhariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamhariya 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 Khamhariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamhariya 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 Khamhariya
Where is Khamhariya located?
Khamhariya village is located in Takhatpur Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khamhariya?
The Gram Panchayat of Khamhariya is Karankapa.
What is the pincode of Khamhariya?
The pincode of Khamhariya is 495003.
What is the population of Khamhariya?
Khamhariya had a total population of 687, including 353 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Khamhariya?
Khamhariya had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khamhariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamhariya was 74.61%. Male literacy was 87.32% and female literacy was 62.20%.