Khutar - Belargaon, Dhamtari
Khutar is a village situated in the Belargaon tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from Nagari and around 78 km from Dhamtari. Birgudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khutar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khutar is 447293. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.8 hectares and falls under the 493778 pincode. Nagari is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Khutar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khutar
According to the 2011 Census, Khutar village had a total population of 144 people, including 67 males and 77 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,149 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.84%, with male literacy at 81.67% and female literacy at 59.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 123.
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 | 144 | 67 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 57 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 49 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 18 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Khutar
Khutar 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 Khutar
Khutar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagari to Khutar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Khutar is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khutar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khutar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khutar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khutar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khutar
Where is Khutar located?
Khutar village is located in Belargaon Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khutar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khutar is Birgudi.
What is the pincode of Khutar?
The pincode of Khutar is 493778.
What is the population of Khutar?
Khutar had a total population of 144, including 67 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Khutar?
Khutar had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khutar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khutar was 69.84%. Male literacy was 81.67% and female literacy was 59.09%.