Khamahariya - Tamnar, Raigarh
Khamahariya is a village situated in the Tamnar tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamnar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Raigarh. Khamharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khamahariya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamahariya is 434750. The village covers a total geographical area of 423.34 hectares and falls under the 496107 pincode. Gharghoda is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khamahariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarangarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khamahariya
As per Census 2011, Khamahariya village has a total population of 566 people, consisting of 277 males and 289 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 399 literate and 167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 190 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khamahariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 566 | 277 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 190 | 91 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 399 | 218 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 59 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Khamahariya
Khamahariya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karwahi | West | 1.46 km |
| Lamdarha | South | 1.85 km |
| Bajarmuda | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Milupara | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Sakta | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Kodkel | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Gare | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Saraitola | South-West | 3.26 km |
| Sarasmal | South | 3.71 km |
| Maduadumar | North | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khamahariya
Khamahariya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kotarlia, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.3 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 Gharghoda to Khamahariya is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Khamahariya is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamahariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamahariya 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 Khamahariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamahariya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khamahariya
Where is Khamahariya located?
Khamahariya village is located in Tamnar Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamahariya?
The Gram Panchayat of Khamahariya is Khamharia.
What is the pincode of Khamahariya?
The pincode of Khamahariya is 496107.
What is the population of Khamahariya?
Khamahariya has a total population of 566, including 277 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Khamahariya?
There are 131 households in Khamahariya.
What is the literacy rate in Khamahariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamahariya is 70.49%. Male literacy is 78.70% and female literacy is 62.63%.