Khadma Mal - Magarlod, Dhamtari
Khadma Mal is a village situated in the Magarlod tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Magarlod and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Khadma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khadma Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadma Mal is 446988. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.21 hectares and falls under the 493773 pincode. Kurud is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Khadma Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kurud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khadma Mal
According to the 2011 Census, Khadma Mal village had a total population of 532 people, including 260 males and 272 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.40%, with male literacy at 85.19% and female literacy at 58.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 418.
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 | 532 | 260 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 418 | 204 | 214 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 184 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 76 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Khadma Mal
Khadma Mal 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 Khadma Mal
Khadma Mal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Kurud to Khadma Mal is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Khadma Mal is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khadma Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadma Mal 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 Khadma Mal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadma Mal 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 Khadma Mal
Where is Khadma Mal located?
Khadma Mal village is located in Magarlod Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khadma Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Khadma Mal is Khadma.
What is the pincode of Khadma Mal?
The pincode of Khadma Mal is 493773.
What is the population of Khadma Mal?
Khadma Mal had a total population of 532, including 260 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Khadma Mal?
Khadma Mal had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khadma Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadma Mal was 71.40%. Male literacy was 85.19% and female literacy was 58.72%.