Khemda - Basna, Mahasamund
Khemda is a village situated in the Basna tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basna and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Khemada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khemda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khemda is 445786. The village covers a total geographical area of 537.26 hectares and falls under the 493554 pincode. Basna is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Khemda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khemda
As per Census 2011, Khemda village has a total population of 2,217 people, consisting of 1,090 males and 1,127 females. The village has 503 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,487 literate and 730 illiterate residents. Additionally, 212 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 113 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khemda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,217 | 1,090 | 1,127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 144 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 100 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 60 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 1,487 | 823 | 664 |
| Illiterate Population | 730 | 267 | 463 |
Nearby Villages of Khemda
Khemda 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 Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Simgaon | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Dongargaon | North-East | 2.28 km |
| Saldabri | North | 2.46 km |
| Kocharra | West | 2.47 km |
| Senbhantha | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Lukupali | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Chhibarra | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Bodridadar | West | 3.87 km |
| Charbhatha | North | 4.17 km |
| Banskanta | West | 4.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khemda
Khemda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Komakhan, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.2 km.
| 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 Basna to Khemda is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Khemda is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khemda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khemda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khemda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khemda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khemda
Where is Khemda located?
Khemda village is located in Basna Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khemda?
The Gram Panchayat of Khemda is Khemada.
What is the pincode of Khemda?
The pincode of Khemda is 493554.
What is the population of Khemda?
Khemda has a total population of 2,217, including 1,090 males and 1,127 females.
How many households are there in Khemda?
There are 503 households in Khemda.
What is the literacy rate in Khemda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khemda is 67.07%. Male literacy is 75.50% and female literacy is 58.92%.