Khutgaon
Khutgaon is a village located in Kunkuri tehsil of Jashpur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Kunkuri (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Jashpur Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Khutgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Khutgaon has its own place in the vibrant Jashpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khutgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khutgaon is 434047. The village spans a total geographical area of 697.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496225. Jashpur Nagar is nearest town to Khutgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khutgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khutgaon
Population of Khutgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Khutgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,045 | 523 | 522 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 74 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 36 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 608 | 309 | 299 |
| Literate Population | 673 | 379 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 144 | 228 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khutgaon village:
- The total population of Khutgaon village is around 1,045, including approximately 523 males and 522 females, with a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 137 children aged 0–6 years in Khutgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khutgaon village has 78 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 608 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khutgaon village is about 64.40%, with male literacy at 72.47% and female literacy at 56.32%.
- There are around 239 households in Khutgaon village.
Connectivity of Khutgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khutgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Khutgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khutgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Khutgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khutgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khutgaon
- Where is Khutgaon located?
- Khutgaon village is situated in Kunkuri Tehsil, within the Jashpur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khutgaon?
- Khutgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khutgaon?
- The pincode of Khutgaon is 496225, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khutgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khutgaon is 1,045, with 523 males and 522 females.
- How many households are there in Khutgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khutgaon village has a total of 239 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khutgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khutgaon is 64.40%. The male literacy rate is 72.47%, while the female literacy rate is 56.32%.