Kharaha - Majhgawan, Satna
Kharaha is a village situated in the Majhgawan tehsil of Satna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majhgawan and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Satna. Kharaha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharaha is 463233. The village covers a total geographical area of 973.32 hectares and falls under the 485334 pincode. Chitrakoot is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kharaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kharaha
As per Census 2011, Kharaha village has a total population of 1,533 people, consisting of 810 males and 723 females. The village has 283 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 294 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 855 literate and 678 illiterate residents. Additionally, 410 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,533 | 810 | 723 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 171 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 410 | 232 | 178 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 855 | 549 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 678 | 261 | 417 |
Nearby Villages of Kharaha
Kharaha 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 Kharaha
Kharaha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Chitrakoot to Kharaha is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satna to Kharaha is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharaha 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 Kharaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharaha 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 Kharaha
Where is Kharaha located?
Kharaha village is located in Majhgawan Tehsil, Satna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharaha?
Kharaha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kharaha?
The pincode of Kharaha is 485334.
What is the population of Kharaha?
Kharaha has a total population of 1,533, including 810 males and 723 females.
How many households are there in Kharaha?
There are 283 households in Kharaha.
What is the literacy rate in Kharaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharaha is 55.77%. Male literacy is 67.78% and female literacy is 42.32%.