Khutgaon - Koylibeda, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Khutgaon is a village situated in the Koylibeda tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 118 km from Pakhanjur and around 114 km from Kanker. Sulangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khutgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khutgaon is 448430. The village covers a total geographical area of 1027.97 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Antagarh is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Khutgaon 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 Khutgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Khutgaon village had a total population of 533 people, including 272 males and 261 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.15%, with male literacy at 53.33% and female literacy at 36.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 503.
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 | 533 | 272 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 47 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 503 | 259 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 120 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 333 | 152 | 181 |
Nearby Villages of Khutgaon
Khutgaon 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 Khutgaon
Khutgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Antagarh to Khutgaon is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanker to Khutgaon is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khutgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khutgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khutgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khutgaon 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 Khutgaon
Where is Khutgaon located?
Khutgaon village is located in Koylibeda Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khutgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Khutgaon is Sulangi.
What is the pincode of Khutgaon?
The pincode of Khutgaon is 494665.
What is the population of Khutgaon?
Khutgaon had a total population of 533, including 272 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Khutgaon?
Khutgaon had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khutgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khutgaon was 45.15%. Male literacy was 53.33% and female literacy was 36.70%.