Koyalikhapa - Baihar, Balaghat
Koyalikhapa is a village situated in the Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baihar and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Koyalikhapa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koyalikhapa is 498218. The village covers a total geographical area of 1276.27 hectares and falls under the 481117 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Koyalikhapa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koyalikhapa
As per Census 2011, Koyalikhapa village has a total population of 2,583 people, consisting of 1,250 males and 1,333 females. The village has 621 households and a sex ratio of 1,066 females per 1,000 males. There are 385 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,470 literate and 1,113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,915 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koyalikhapa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,583 | 1,250 | 1,333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 385 | 195 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,915 | 924 | 991 |
| Literate Population | 1,470 | 830 | 640 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,113 | 420 | 693 |
Nearby Villages of Koyalikhapa
Koyalikhapa 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 Koyalikhapa
Koyalikhapa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Baihar to Koyalikhapa is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Koyalikhapa is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koyalikhapa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koyalikhapa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Koyalikhapa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koyalikhapa 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 Koyalikhapa
Where is Koyalikhapa located?
Koyalikhapa village is located in Baihar Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koyalikhapa?
Koyalikhapa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koyalikhapa?
The pincode of Koyalikhapa is 481117.
What is the population of Koyalikhapa?
Koyalikhapa has a total population of 2,583, including 1,250 males and 1,333 females.
How many households are there in Koyalikhapa?
There are 621 households in Koyalikhapa.
What is the literacy rate in Koyalikhapa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koyalikhapa is 56.91%. Male literacy is 66.40% and female literacy is 48.01%.