Kholmara - Kirnapur, Balaghat
Kholmara is a village situated in the Kirnapur tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kirnapur and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Poni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kholmara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kholmara is 497960. The village covers a total geographical area of 598.42 hectares and falls under the 481222 pincode. Gondia is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Kholmara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kholmara
As per Census 2011, Kholmara village has a total population of 1,103 people, consisting of 552 males and 551 females. The village has 203 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 672 literate and 431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kholmara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,103 | 552 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 71 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 672 | 371 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 181 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Kholmara
Kholmara 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 Kholmara
Kholmara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Gondia to Kholmara is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Kholmara is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kholmara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kholmara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kholmara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kholmara 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 Kholmara
Where is Kholmara located?
Kholmara village is located in Kirnapur Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kholmara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kholmara is Poni.
What is the pincode of Kholmara?
The pincode of Kholmara is 481222.
What is the population of Kholmara?
Kholmara has a total population of 1,103, including 552 males and 551 females.
How many households are there in Kholmara?
There are 203 households in Kholmara.
What is the literacy rate in Kholmara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kholmara is 60.92%. Male literacy is 67.21% and female literacy is 54.63%.