Khar - Lailunga, Raigarh
Khar is a village situated in the Lailunga tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lailunga and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Khar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khar is 434618. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.51 hectares and falls under the 496113 pincode. Lailunga is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Khar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lailunga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khar
As per Census 2011, Khar village has a total population of 611 people, consisting of 291 males and 320 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 1,099 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 356 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 398 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 611 | 291 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 44 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 398 | 192 | 206 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 196 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 95 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Khar
Khar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jatra | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Mendharmal | West | 1.83 km |
| Gorhi | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Subara | South | 2.10 km |
| Khairbahal | South | 2.19 km |
| Keshala | West | 2.73 km |
| Kanjhari | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Chitkibahar | East | 3.15 km |
| Sarasmal | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Gamekela | North | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khar
Khar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jamga, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.3 km.
| 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 Lailunga to Khar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Khar is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khar 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 Khar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khar
Where is Khar located?
Khar village is located in Lailunga Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khar?
Khar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khar?
The pincode of Khar is 496113.
What is the population of Khar?
Khar has a total population of 611, including 291 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Khar?
There are 161 households in Khar.
What is the literacy rate in Khar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khar is 58.27%. Male literacy is 67.35% and female literacy is 50.00%.