Khadi - Salhewara, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai
Khadi is a village situated in the Salhewara tehsil of Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 58 km from Chhuikhadan and around 118 km from Rajnandgaon. Khadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadi is 440048. The village covers a total geographical area of 539.18 hectares and falls under the 491888 pincode. Rajnandgaon is the nearest town, located about 118 km away.
Khadi 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 Khadi
According to the 2011 Census, Khadi village had a total population of 1,856 people, including 925 males and 931 females, living in 439 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.93%, with male literacy at 83.29% and female literacy at 55.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 249, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 99.
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 | 1,856 | 925 | 931 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 153 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 121 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 48 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 1,087 | 643 | 444 |
| Illiterate Population | 769 | 282 | 487 |
Nearby Villages of Khadi
Khadi 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 Khadi
Khadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajnandgaon to Khadi is about 118 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Khadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Khadi
Where is Khadi located?
Khadi village is located in Salhewara Tehsil, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khadi?
Khadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khadi?
The pincode of Khadi is 491888.
What is the population of Khadi?
Khadi had a total population of 1,856, including 925 males and 931 females.
How many households are there in Khadi?
Khadi had 439 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadi was 68.93%. Male literacy was 83.29% and female literacy was 55.16%.