Khambhoa - Kamdara, Gumla
Khambhoa is a village situated in the Kamdara subdivision of Gumla district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kamdara and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Gumla. Rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khambhoa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khambhoa is 375802. The village covers a total geographical area of 163 hectares and falls under the 835325 pincode.
Khambhoa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sisai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khambhoa
According to the 2011 Census, Khambhoa village had a total population of 302 people, including 153 males and 149 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.77%, with male literacy at 60.17% and female literacy at 29.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 248.
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 | 302 | 153 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 248 | 124 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 71 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 82 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Khambhoa
Khambhoa 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 Khambhoa
Khambhoa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khambhoa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gumla to Khambhoa is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khambhoa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khambhoa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khambhoa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khambhoa 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 Khambhoa
Where is Khambhoa located?
Khambhoa village is located in Kamdara Subdivision, Gumla district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khambhoa?
The Gram Panchayat of Khambhoa is Rampur.
What is the pincode of Khambhoa?
The pincode of Khambhoa is 835325.
What is the population of Khambhoa?
Khambhoa had a total population of 302, including 153 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Khambhoa?
Khambhoa had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khambhoa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khambhoa was 44.77%. Male literacy was 60.17% and female literacy was 29.75%.