Khodh - Odgi, Surajpur
Khodh is a village situated in the Odgi tehsil of Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 96 km from Oudgi and around 200 km from Ambikapur. Khod serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khodh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khodh is 432653. The village covers a total geographical area of 568.27 hectares and falls under the 497231 pincode. Pratappur is the nearest town, located about 150 km away.
Khodh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khodh
As per Census 2011, Khodh village has a total population of 1,292 people, consisting of 641 males and 651 females. The village has 296 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 227 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 838 literate and 454 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 856 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khodh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,292 | 641 | 651 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 111 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 856 | 410 | 446 |
| Literate Population | 838 | 460 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 181 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Khodh
Khodh 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 Khodh
Khodh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pratappur to Khodh is about 150 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Khodh is about 200 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khodh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khodh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khodh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khodh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khodh
Where is Khodh located?
Khodh village is located in Odgi Tehsil, Surajpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khodh?
The Gram Panchayat of Khodh is Khod.
What is the pincode of Khodh?
The pincode of Khodh is 497231.
What is the population of Khodh?
Khodh has a total population of 1,292, including 641 males and 651 females.
How many households are there in Khodh?
There are 296 households in Khodh.
What is the literacy rate in Khodh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khodh is 64.86%. Male literacy is 71.76% and female literacy is 58.06%.