Khamhara - Bishungarh, Hazaribagh
Khamhara is a village situated in the Bishungarh subdivision of Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishnugarh and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Hazaribagh. Govindpur Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khamhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamhara is 368404. The village covers a total geographical area of 343 hectares and falls under the 825312 pincode.
Khamhara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khamhara
According to the 2011 Census, Khamhara village had a total population of 61 people, including 32 males and 29 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.73%, with male literacy at 64.29% and female literacy at 40.74%.
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 | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 14 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Khamhara
Khamhara 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 Khamhara
Public transport in the Khamhara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Hazaribagh to Khamhara is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamhara 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 Khamhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamhara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khamhara
Where is Khamhara located?
Khamhara village is located in Bishungarh Subdivision, Hazaribagh district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Khamhara is Govindpur Kala.
What is the pincode of Khamhara?
The pincode of Khamhara is 825312.
What is the population of Khamhara?
Khamhara had a total population of 61, including 32 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Khamhara?
Khamhara had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khamhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamhara was 52.73%. Male literacy was 64.29% and female literacy was 40.74%.