Khokria - Jeerapur, Rajgarh
Khokria is a village situated in the Jeerapur tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from Jirapur and around 60 km from Rajgarh. Khokariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khokria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khokria is 478798. The village covers a total geographical area of 533 hectares and falls under the 465691 pincode. Jirapur is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Khokria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khokria
According to the 2011 Census, Khokria village had a total population of 845 people, including 440 males and 405 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.09%, with male literacy at 51.50% and female literacy at 38.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 462.
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 | 845 | 440 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 73 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 462 | 232 | 230 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 326 | 189 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 251 | 268 |
Nearby Villages of Khokria
Khokria is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nawabpura | South | 1.72 km |
| Pipaldi | East | 2.80 km |
| Ahilyapura | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Padliya | South | 3.00 km |
| Padli | South | 3.26 km |
| Semla | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Shivpuri | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Goriya Kheda | West | 3.57 km |
| Uchawada | North-West | 3.58 km |
| Aranya | North | 4.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khokria
Khokria is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sinduriya Kachari, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.7 km.
| 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 Jirapur to Khokria is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Khokria 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 Khokria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khokria 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 Khokria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khokria 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 Khokria
Where is Khokria located?
Khokria village is located in Jeerapur Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khokria?
The Gram Panchayat of Khokria is Khokariya.
What is the pincode of Khokria?
The pincode of Khokria is 465691.
What is the population of Khokria?
Khokria had a total population of 845, including 440 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Khokria?
Khokria had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khokria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khokria was 45.09%. Male literacy was 51.50% and female literacy was 38.48%.