Khokhepur - Saraipali, Mahasamund
Khokhepur is a village situated in the Saraipali tehsil of Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saraipali and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Mahasamund. Khokhepur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khokhepur is 445948. The village covers a total geographical area of 421.37 hectares and falls under the 493558 pincode. Saraipali is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khokhepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraipali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mahasamund Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khokhepur
According to the 2011 Census, Khokhepur village had a total population of 798 people, including 398 males and 400 females, living in 241 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.06%, with male literacy at 87.02% and female literacy at 65.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 428.
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 | 798 | 398 | 400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 428 | 215 | 213 |
| Literate Population | 556 | 315 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 83 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Khokhepur
Khokhepur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tibhupali | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Sonpuri | North-East | 1.65 km |
| Dumarpali | North | 2.02 km |
| Chhirrakhar | West | 2.29 km |
| Katangpali | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Balouda | North | 3.37 km |
| Pudagarh | North-West | 3.45 km |
| Sirboda | West | 3.63 km |
| Nawapara | North-East | 3.86 km |
| Kokdi | North-East | 4.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khokhepur
Khokhepur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dungripadi, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.7 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 Saraipali to Khokhepur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mahasamund to Khokhepur is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khokhepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khokhepur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khokhepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khokhepur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khokhepur
Where is Khokhepur located?
Khokhepur village is located in Saraipali Tehsil, Mahasamund district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khokhepur?
Khokhepur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khokhepur?
The pincode of Khokhepur is 493558.
What is the population of Khokhepur?
Khokhepur had a total population of 798, including 398 males and 400 females.
How many households are there in Khokhepur?
Khokhepur had 241 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khokhepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khokhepur was 76.06%. Male literacy was 87.02% and female literacy was 65.31%.