Khalgarh - Nagri, Dhamtari
Khalgarh is a village situated in the Nagri tehsil of Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagari and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Dhamtari. Mechka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalgarh is 447327. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.71 hectares and falls under the 493778 pincode. Nagari is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Khalgarh 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 Khalgarh
As per Census 2011, Khalgarh village has a total population of 132 people, consisting of 63 males and 69 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 1,095 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 29 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 112 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khalgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 132 | 63 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 56 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 55 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 8 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Khalgarh
Khalgarh 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 Khalgarh
Khalgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Khalgarh.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagari to Khalgarh is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhamtari to Khalgarh is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalgarh 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 Khalgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalgarh 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 Khalgarh
Where is Khalgarh located?
Khalgarh village is located in Nagri Tehsil, Dhamtari district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalgarh is Mechka.
What is the pincode of Khalgarh?
The pincode of Khalgarh is 493778.
What is the population of Khalgarh?
Khalgarh has a total population of 132, including 63 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Khalgarh?
There are 41 households in Khalgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Khalgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalgarh is 78.03%. Male literacy is 87.30% and female literacy is 69.57%.