Khadgaon - Antagarh, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Khadgaon is a village situated in the Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Antagarh and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Badetopal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khadgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadgaon is 448038. The village covers a total geographical area of 192.31 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Khadgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khadgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Khadgaon village had a total population of 213 people, including 103 males and 110 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.69%, with male literacy at 88.10% and female literacy at 54.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 205.
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 | 213 | 103 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 205 | 100 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 74 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 29 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Khadgaon
Khadgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badetopal | West | 1.38 km |
| Tahkal | South | 2.16 km |
| Lamkanhar | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Deharitopal | West | 3.06 km |
| Silibahar | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Himoda | South | 3.65 km |
| Imlipadar | South-West | 3.84 km |
| Katholi | East | 3.94 km |
| Pondgaon | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Garda | East | 4.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khadgaon
Khadgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antagarh to Khadgaon is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Khadgaon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadgaon 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 Khadgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khadgaon
Where is Khadgaon located?
Khadgaon village is located in Antagarh Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khadgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khadgaon is Badetopal.
What is the pincode of Khadgaon?
The pincode of Khadgaon is 494665.
What is the population of Khadgaon?
Khadgaon had a total population of 213, including 103 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Khadgaon?
Khadgaon had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadgaon was 70.69%. Male literacy was 88.10% and female literacy was 54.44%.