Khamhar
Khamhar is a village located in Kharsia tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Kharsia (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Khamhar village is also a gram panchayat.
Khamhar has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khamhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khamhar is 435164. The village spans a total geographical area of 428.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 496665. Kharsia is nearest town to Khamhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khamhar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kharsia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khamhar
Population of Khamhar
Below is a concise population overview of Khamhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 941 | 474 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 71 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 153 | 83 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 705 | 350 | 355 |
| Literate Population | 615 | 371 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 326 | 103 | 223 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khamhar village:
- The total population of Khamhar village is around 941, including approximately 474 males and 467 females, with a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 139 children aged 0–6 years in Khamhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khamhar village has 153 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 705 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khamhar village is about 65.36%, with male literacy at 78.27% and female literacy at 52.25%.
- There are around 224 households in Khamhar village.
Connectivity of Khamhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khamhar. As per the 2011 stats, Khamhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khamhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Khamhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khamhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khamhar
- Where is Khamhar located?
- Khamhar village is situated in Kharsia Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khamhar?
- Khamhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khamhar?
- The pincode of Khamhar is 496665, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khamhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khamhar is 941, with 474 males and 467 females.
- How many households are there in Khamhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khamhar village has a total of 224 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khamhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khamhar is 65.36%. The male literacy rate is 78.27%, while the female literacy rate is 52.25%.