Khari - Baloda, Janjgir-Champa

Khari is a village situated in the Baloda tehsil of Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 27 km from Baloda and around 27 km from Janjgir. Karama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khari village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Khari is 436695. The village covers a total geographical area of 311.31 hectares and falls under the 495669 pincode. Baloda is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.

Khari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akaltara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Khari

According to the 2011 Census, Khari village had a total population of 914 people, including 452 males and 462 females, living in 231 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.22%, with male literacy at 73.76% and female literacy at 43.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 729.

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 Population914452462
Child Population (0–6 yrs)1609070
Scheduled Castes (SC)000
Scheduled Tribes (ST)729356373
Literate Population439267172
Illiterate Population475185290

Nearby Villages of Khari

Khari is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Nearby VillageDirectionApprox. Distance (Aerial)
KarmaNorth1.46 km
GatwaSouth-West1.60 km
ChhitapaliWest1.71 km
KerakachharSouth-East2.43 km
JogipaliEast2.69 km
AngarkharNorth-West2.97 km
PantoraNorth3.84 km
KandaraSouth3.91 km
KankiNorth-East4.10 km
MahoraSouth-East4.16 km

Transport and Connectivity of Khari

Khari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Madwarani, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.0 km.

ConnectivityStatusNearest Availability
Public Bus ServiceNoAvailable within NA
Private Bus ServiceYesAvailable within village
Railway StationNoAvailable within >10 km

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baloda to Khari is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Janjgir to Khari is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Khari

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khari village is detailed below:

Service TypeStatusNearest Availability
BankYesAvailable within village
ATMNoAvailable within >10 km
Post OfficeNoAvailable within 2-5 km

Health Facilities in Khari

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khari village are given below:

Facility TypeStatusNearest Availability
Health Sub-Centre (HSC)YesAvailable within village
Primary Health Centre (PHC)NoAvailable within 2-5 km
Community Health Centre (CHC)NoAvailable within 2-5 km

FAQs about Khari

Where is Khari located?

Khari village is located in Baloda Tehsil, Janjgir-Champa district, Chhattisgarh, India.

What is the Gram Panchayat of Khari?

The Gram Panchayat of Khari is Karama.

What is the pincode of Khari?

The pincode of Khari is 495669.

What is the population of Khari?

Khari had a total population of 914, including 452 males and 462 females.

How many households are there in Khari?

Khari had 231 households.

What is the literacy rate in Khari?

As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khari was 58.22%. Male literacy was 73.76% and female literacy was 43.88%.