Khokriya - Khilchipur, Rajgarh
Khokriya is a village situated in the Khilchipur tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khilchipur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Mandakheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khokriya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khokriya is 479124. The village covers a total geographical area of 207.56 hectares and falls under the 465679 pincode. Khilchipur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khokriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Khokriya
As per Census 2011, Khokriya village has a total population of 214 people, consisting of 113 males and 101 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khokriya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 214 | 113 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 28 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 61 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 52 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Khokriya
Khokriya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Patdi Kheda | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Chuwadlia | West | 1.73 km |
| Semlabey | South-West | 1.92 km |
| Pura Jagnnathpura | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Mayapura | North | 2.44 km |
| Bawdibay | South-West | 2.54 km |
| Dhamanda | South | 2.69 km |
| Bhoor Kotri | East | 2.70 km |
| Jagnnathpura | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Manda Kheda | North-West | 2.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khokriya
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khokriya. The nearest railway station is Sinduriya Kachari, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khilchipur to Khokriya is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Khokriya is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khokriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khokriya 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 Khokriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khokriya 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 Khokriya
Where is Khokriya located?
Khokriya village is located in Khilchipur Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khokriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Khokriya is Mandakheda.
What is the pincode of Khokriya?
The pincode of Khokriya is 465679.
What is the population of Khokriya?
Khokriya has a total population of 214, including 113 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Khokriya?
There are 49 households in Khokriya.
What is the literacy rate in Khokriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khokriya is 44.86%. Male literacy is 53.98% and female literacy is 34.65%.