Khokhaniya - Kotadol, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B)
Khokhaniya is a village situated in the Kotadol tehsil of Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B) district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 57 km from Janakpur and around 197 km from Baikunthpur. Badgaon Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khokhaniya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khokhaniya is 431353. The village covers a total geographical area of 1831.88 hectares and falls under the 497778 pincode. Manendragarh is the nearest town, located about 167 km away.
Khokhaniya 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 Khokhaniya
According to the 2011 Census, Khokhaniya village had a total population of 329 people, including 173 males and 156 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.36%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 67.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 329.
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 | 329 | 173 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 329 | 173 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 221 | 132 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 41 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Khokhaniya
Khokhaniya 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 Khokhaniya
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khokhaniya.
| 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 Manendragarh to Khokhaniya is about 167 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baikunthpur to Khokhaniya is about 197 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khokhaniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khokhaniya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khokhaniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khokhaniya 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khokhaniya
Where is Khokhaniya located?
Khokhaniya village is located in Kotadol Tehsil, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B) district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khokhaniya?
The Gram Panchayat of Khokhaniya is Badgaon Khurd.
What is the pincode of Khokhaniya?
The pincode of Khokhaniya is 497778.
What is the population of Khokhaniya?
Khokhaniya had a total population of 329, including 173 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Khokhaniya?
Khokhaniya had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khokhaniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khokhaniya was 80.36%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 67.94%.