Khamharia - Mungeli
Khamharia is a village situated in the Mungeli tehsil of Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 13 km from Mungeli and around 63 km from Bilaspur. Dullapur (so) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khamharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamharia is 438103. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.9 hectares and falls under the 495330 pincode. Mungeli is the nearest town, located about 13 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 306 people, consisting of 140 males and 166 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 1,185 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 147 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khamharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 306 | 140 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 78 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 79 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 61 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Khamharia
Khamharia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Noharkapa | North-West | 1.17 km |
| Lauda | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Farhada | West | 2.01 km |
| Totakapa | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Baigna | South | 2.72 km |
| Goindra | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Phulwari | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Khamhikurmi | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Khairjhiti | East | 3.88 km |
| Goindri | South-West | 4.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khamharia
Khamharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Belha, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.4 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 Mungeli to Khamharia is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bilaspur to Khamharia is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khamharia
Where is Khamharia located?
Khamharia village is located in Mungeli Tehsil, Mungeli district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Khamharia is Dullapur (so).
What is the pincode of Khamharia?
The pincode of Khamharia is 495330.
What is the population of Khamharia?
Khamharia has a total population of 306, including 140 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Khamharia?
There are 79 households in Khamharia.
What is the literacy rate in Khamharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamharia is 48.04%. Male literacy is 56.43% and female literacy is 40.96%.