Khola - Gobra Nawapara, Raipur

Khola is a village situated in the Gobra Nawapara tehsil of Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 5 km from Abhanpur and around 32 km from Raipur. Khola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Khola is 444675. The village covers a total geographical area of 485.36 hectares and falls under the 493661 pincode. Abhanpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.

Khola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.

Population of Khola

According to the 2011 Census, Khola village had a total population of 2,122 people, including 1,042 males and 1,080 females, living in 453 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.52%, with male literacy at 79.12% and female literacy at 60.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 667, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 61.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Khola

Khola 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Khola

Khola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Manik Chauree Halt, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.5 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Abhanpur to Khola is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Khola is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Khola

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khola village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Khola

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khola village are given below:

FAQs about Khola