Khamhi - Salhewara, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai
Khamhi is a village situated in the Salhewara tehsil of Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 93 km from Chhuikhadan and around 145 km from Rajnandgaon. Bakarkatta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khamhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamhi is 440228. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.07 hectares and falls under the 491888 pincode. Gandai is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Khamhi 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 Khamhi
According to the 2011 Census, Khamhi village had a total population of 208 people, including 98 males and 110 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,122 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.39%, with male literacy at 68.75% and female literacy at 41.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 160.
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 | 208 | 98 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 75 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 55 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 43 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Khamhi
Khamhi 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 Khamhi
Khamhi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 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 Khamhi is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajnandgaon to Khamhi is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khamhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamhi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khamhi
Where is Khamhi located?
Khamhi village is located in Salhewara Tehsil, Khairagarh-Chhuikhadan-Gandai district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khamhi is Bakarkatta.
What is the pincode of Khamhi?
The pincode of Khamhi is 491888.
What is the population of Khamhi?
Khamhi had a total population of 208, including 98 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Khamhi?
Khamhi had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khamhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamhi was 54.39%. Male literacy was 68.75% and female literacy was 41.76%.