Hathijhola Kalan - Salhewara, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai
Hathijhola Kalan is a village situated in the Salhewara tehsil of Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 94 km from Chhuikhadan and around 140 km from Rajnandgaon. Samundpani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hathijhola Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hathijhola Kalan is 440222. The village covers a total geographical area of 357.83 hectares and falls under the 491888 pincode. Gandai is the nearest town, located about 87 km away.
Hathijhola Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khairagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hathijhola Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Hathijhola Kalan village had a total population of 271 people, including 130 males and 141 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.13%, with male literacy at 49.50% and female literacy at 37.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 252.
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 | 271 | 130 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 252 | 118 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 80 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Hathijhola Kalan
Hathijhola Kalan 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 Hathijhola Kalan
Hathijhola Kalan 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gandai to Hathijhola Kalan is about 87 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Hathijhola Kalan is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hathijhola Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hathijhola Kalan 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 Hathijhola Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hathijhola Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hathijhola Kalan
Where is Hathijhola Kalan located?
Hathijhola Kalan village is located in Salhewara Tehsil, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hathijhola Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Hathijhola Kalan is Samundpani.
What is the pincode of Hathijhola Kalan?
The pincode of Hathijhola Kalan is 491888.
What is the population of Hathijhola Kalan?
Hathijhola Kalan had a total population of 271, including 130 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Hathijhola Kalan?
Hathijhola Kalan had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hathijhola Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hathijhola Kalan was 43.13%. Male literacy was 49.50% and female literacy was 37.27%.