Khokhepur - Sariya, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh
Khokhepur is a village situated in the Sariya tehsil of Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from Baramkela and around 45 km from Raigarh. Marodarha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khokhepur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khokhepur is 435648. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.16 hectares and falls under the 496554 pincode. Baramkela is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khokhepur 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 Khokhepur
According to the 2011 Census, Khokhepur village had a total population of 186 people, including 96 males and 90 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.45%, with male literacy at 82.05% and female literacy at 50.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 136.
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 | 186 | 96 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 67 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 64 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 32 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Khokhepur
Khokhepur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khokhepur
Khokhepur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baramkela to Khokhepur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Khokhepur 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 Khokhepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khokhepur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khokhepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khokhepur 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 Khokhepur
Where is Khokhepur located?
Khokhepur village is located in Sariya Tehsil, Sarangarh-Bilaigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khokhepur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khokhepur is Marodarha.
What is the pincode of Khokhepur?
The pincode of Khokhepur is 496554.
What is the population of Khokhepur?
Khokhepur had a total population of 186, including 96 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Khokhepur?
Khokhepur had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khokhepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khokhepur was 66.45%. Male literacy was 82.05% and female literacy was 50.65%.