Khokhara
Khokhara is a village located in Pusour tehsil of Raigarh district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Pusaur (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Raigarh. As per 2009 stats, Khokhara village is also a gram panchayat.
Khokhara 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 Khokhara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khokhara is 435026. The village spans a total geographical area of 386.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491229. Raigarh is nearest town to Khokhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khokhara 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 Khokhara
Population of Khokhara
Below is a concise population overview of Khokhara 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 | 1,346 | 671 | 675 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 80 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 199 | 101 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 279 | 146 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 980 | 535 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 136 | 230 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khokhara village:
- The total population of Khokhara village is around 1,346, including approximately 671 males and 675 females, with a sex ratio of 1005 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 137 children aged 0–6 years in Khokhara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khokhara village has 199 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 279 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khokhara village is about 72.81%, with male literacy at 79.73% and female literacy at 65.93%.
- There are around 384 households in Khokhara village.
Connectivity of Khokhara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khokhara. As per the 2011 stats, Khokhara 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khokhara
Knowing the nearby villages of Khokhara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khokhara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khokhara
- Where is Khokhara located?
- Khokhara village is situated in Pusour Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khokhara?
- Khokhara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khokhara?
- The pincode of Khokhara is 491229, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khokhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khokhara is 1,346, with 671 males and 675 females.
- How many households are there in Khokhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khokhara village has a total of 384 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khokhara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khokhara is 72.81%. The male literacy rate is 79.73%, while the female literacy rate is 65.93%.