Khongha
Khongha is a village located in Khairagarh tehsil of Rajnandgaon district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Khairagarh (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Rajnandgaon. As per 2009 stats, Atikasa is the gram panchayat of Khongha village.
Here you can discover what makes Khongha unique in its vibrant Khairagarh-Rajnandgaon region. You’ll see Khongha’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Khongha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khongha is 440477. The village spans a total geographical area of 139.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491885. Chhuikhadan is nearest town to Khongha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Khongha
Population of Khongha
According to the 2011 Census, Khongha has a total population of about 282, with approximately 130 males and 152 females. The sex ratio is around 1169 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 38 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 10 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.41%, with male literacy at about 75.38% and female literacy near 51.32%. There are around 57 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khongha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 282 | 130 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 176 | 98 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 32 | 74 |
Connectivity of Khongha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khongha. As per the 2011 stats, Khongha 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 Khongha
Knowing the nearby villages of Khongha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khongha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khongha
- Where is Khongha located?
- Khongha village is situated in Khairagarh Tehsil, within the Rajnandgaon district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khongha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khongha is Atikasa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Khongha?
- The pincode of Khongha is 491885, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khongha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khongha is 282, with 130 males and 152 females.
- How many households are there in Khongha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khongha village has a total of 57 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khongha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khongha is 62.41%. The male literacy rate is 75.38%, while the female literacy rate is 51.32%.