Khadgaon - Dharamjaigarh, Raigarh
Khadgaon is a village situated in the Dharamjaigarh tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from Dharamjaigarh and around 90 km from Raigarh. Khadgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadgaon is 434461. The village covers a total geographical area of 981.08 hectares and falls under the 496116 pincode. Dharamjaigarh is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Khadgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharamjaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khadgaon
As per Census 2011, Khadgaon village has a total population of 2,110 people, consisting of 1,018 males and 1,092 females. The village has 464 households and a sex ratio of 1,072 females per 1,000 males. There are 316 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,103 literate and 1,007 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,583 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khadgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,110 | 1,018 | 1,092 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 154 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 76 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,583 | 754 | 829 |
| Literate Population | 1,103 | 646 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,007 | 372 | 635 |
Nearby Villages of Khadgaon
Khadgaon 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 Khadgaon
Public transport in the Khadgaon 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 Dharamjaigarh to Khadgaon is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Khadgaon is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadgaon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khadgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khadgaon
Where is Khadgaon located?
Khadgaon village is located in Dharamjaigarh Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khadgaon?
Khadgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khadgaon?
The pincode of Khadgaon is 496116.
What is the population of Khadgaon?
Khadgaon has a total population of 2,110, including 1,018 males and 1,092 females.
How many households are there in Khadgaon?
There are 464 households in Khadgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Khadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadgaon is 52.27%. Male literacy is 63.46% and female literacy is 41.85%.