Khamharia - Jarhagaon, Mungeli
Khamharia is a village situated in the Jarhagaon tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 21 km from Mungeli and around 33 km from Bilaspur. Khamhriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khamharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamharia is 438352. The village covers a total geographical area of 491.58 hectares and falls under the 495330 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Khamharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mungeli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bilaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khamharia
As per Census 2011, Khamharia village has a total population of 1,570 people, consisting of 797 males and 773 females. The village has 376 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 311 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 691 literate and 879 illiterate residents. Additionally, 846 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 106 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khamharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,570 | 797 | 773 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 311 | 152 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 846 | 440 | 406 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 51 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 691 | 443 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 879 | 354 | 525 |
Nearby Villages of Khamharia
Khamharia 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 Khamharia
Khamharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bilaspur to Khamharia is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khamharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamharia 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) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Khamharia
Where is Khamharia located?
Khamharia village is located in Jarhagaon Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Khamharia is Khamhriya.
What is the pincode of Khamharia?
The pincode of Khamharia is 495330.
What is the population of Khamharia?
Khamharia has a total population of 1,570, including 797 males and 773 females.
How many households are there in Khamharia?
There are 376 households in Khamharia.
What is the literacy rate in Khamharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamharia is 44.01%. Male literacy is 55.58% and female literacy is 32.08%.