Khodpani - Antagarh, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Khodpani is a village situated in the Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Antagarh and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Kanker. Temrupani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khodpani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khodpani is 448010. The village covers a total geographical area of 433.36 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khodpani 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 Khodpani
According to the 2011 Census, Khodpani village had a total population of 469 people, including 231 males and 238 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.48%, with male literacy at 69.47% and female literacy at 43.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 453.
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 | 469 | 231 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 41 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 453 | 223 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 132 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 99 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Khodpani
Khodpani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yetewalka | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Sode | South | 2.19 km |
| Temrupani | North | 2.22 km |
| Kodagaon | East | 2.44 km |
| Hindubinapal | East | 3.49 km |
| Kodokhasgaon | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Ghumar | West | 3.79 km |
| Kuhche | East | 4.45 km |
| Konechur | North-West | 4.73 km |
| Bulawand | North | 4.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khodpani
Khodpani 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 Dalli Rajhara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antagarh to Khodpani is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Khodpani is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khodpani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khodpani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khodpani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khodpani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khodpani
Where is Khodpani located?
Khodpani village is located in Antagarh Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khodpani?
The Gram Panchayat of Khodpani is Temrupani.
What is the pincode of Khodpani?
The pincode of Khodpani is 494665.
What is the population of Khodpani?
Khodpani had a total population of 469, including 231 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Khodpani?
Khodpani had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khodpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khodpani was 56.48%. Male literacy was 69.47% and female literacy was 43.88%.