Khadgawan - Khadganva, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B)
Khadgawan is a village situated in the Khadganva tehsil of Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B) district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 33 km from Baikunthpur. Khadgawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadgawan is 431783. The village covers a total geographical area of 1198.82 hectares and falls under the 497450 pincode. Chirmiri is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khadgawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manendragarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khadgawan
As per Census 2011, Khadgawan village has a total population of 3,381 people, consisting of 1,728 males and 1,653 females. The village has 718 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 481 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,970 literate and 1,411 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,214 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khadgawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,381 | 1,728 | 1,653 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 481 | 236 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 84 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,214 | 1,115 | 1,099 |
| Literate Population | 1,970 | 1,132 | 838 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,411 | 596 | 815 |
Nearby Villages of Khadgawan
Khadgawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singhpur | South | 2.16 km |
| Podidih | South | 2.44 km |
| Sainda | West | 2.71 km |
| Majhauli | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Piparbahara | West | 3.74 km |
| Kondangi | South-East | 4.24 km |
| Thaggaon | North-East | 4.49 km |
| Akharadand | North | 4.54 km |
| Barampur | North-West | 4.89 km |
| Bardar | South | 4.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khadgawan
Khadgawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chirmiri, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chirmiri to Khadgawan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baikunthpur to Khadgawan is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khadgawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadgawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khadgawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadgawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khadgawan
Where is Khadgawan located?
Khadgawan village is located in Khadganva Tehsil, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B) district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khadgawan?
Khadgawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khadgawan?
The pincode of Khadgawan is 497450.
What is the population of Khadgawan?
Khadgawan has a total population of 3,381, including 1,728 males and 1,653 females.
How many households are there in Khadgawan?
There are 718 households in Khadgawan.
What is the literacy rate in Khadgawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadgawan is 58.27%. Male literacy is 65.51% and female literacy is 50.70%.