Khapri-1 - Arang, Raipur
Khapri-1 is a village situated in the Arang tehsil of Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arang and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Raipur. Guma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khapri-1 village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khapri-1 is 444472. The village covers a total geographical area of 386.3 hectares and falls under the 493225 pincode. Arang is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Khapri-1 village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khapri-1
According to the 2011 Census, Khapri-1 village had a total population of 440 people, including 236 males and 204 females, living in 94 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.63%, with male literacy at 90.58% and female literacy at 73.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 433.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 440 | 236 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 433 | 232 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 295 | 173 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 63 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Khapri-1
Khapri-1 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghont-1 (ghaut) | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Parasatti-1 (parsatti) | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Farhada | North | 1.83 km |
| Bohardih | South | 2.03 km |
| Budgahan | West | 2.24 km |
| Guma-1 (gumakhapri) | East | 2.52 km |
| Akoli Khurd-1 (akolikhu | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Gukhera | South | 2.95 km |
| Sundara | North-West | 3.27 km |
| Paraskol | South-East | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khapri-1
Khapri-1 is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Arang Mahanadi, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arang to Khapri-1 is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Khapri-1 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 Khapri-1
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khapri-1 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 Khapri-1
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khapri-1 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khapri-1
Where is Khapri-1 located?
Khapri-1 village is located in Arang Tehsil, Raipur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khapri-1?
The Gram Panchayat of Khapri-1 is Guma.
What is the pincode of Khapri-1?
The pincode of Khapri-1 is 493225.
What is the population of Khapri-1?
Khapri-1 had a total population of 440, including 236 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Khapri-1?
Khapri-1 had 94 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khapri-1?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khapri-1 was 82.63%. Male literacy was 90.58% and female literacy was 73.49%.