Khara - Ramnagar, Maihar
Khara is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Maihar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Ramnagar and around 67 km from Satna. Khara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khara is 464424. The village covers a total geographical area of 399.65 hectares and falls under the 485881 pincode. Amarpatan is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Khara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khara
According to the 2011 Census, Khara village had a total population of 2,091 people, including 1,098 males and 993 females, living in 453 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.50%, with male literacy at 84.30% and female literacy at 57.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 725, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 224.
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 | 2,091 | 1,098 | 993 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 340 | 181 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 725 | 381 | 344 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 110 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 1,252 | 773 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 839 | 325 | 514 |
Nearby Villages of Khara
Khara 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 Khara
Khara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarpatan to Khara is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satna to Khara is about 67 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 Khara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khara
Where is Khara located?
Khara village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Maihar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khara?
Khara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khara?
The pincode of Khara is 485881.
What is the population of Khara?
Khara had a total population of 2,091, including 1,098 males and 993 females.
How many households are there in Khara?
Khara had 453 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khara was 71.50%. Male literacy was 84.30% and female literacy was 57.43%.