Khamhardih - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Khamhardih is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Khamhardih village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamhardih is 503350. The village covers a total geographical area of 895.58 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Khamhardih village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khamhardih
As per Census 2011, Khamhardih village has a total population of 2,406 people, consisting of 1,272 males and 1,134 females. The village has 475 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 513 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,051 literate and 1,355 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,559 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khamhardih are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,406 | 1,272 | 1,134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 513 | 283 | 230 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,559 | 842 | 717 |
| Literate Population | 1,051 | 620 | 431 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,355 | 652 | 703 |
Nearby Villages of Khamhardih
Khamhardih 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalhawa (kathahawa) | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Ledpurwa | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Dipwa | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Baheri | South | 2.99 km |
| Bachhnar (bagdara) | North | 3.16 km |
| Pidaria | West | 3.29 km |
| Chaura | West | 3.46 km |
| Newari | East | 3.50 km |
| Chhataini | South-East | 4.61 km |
| Kulakwar | South-East | 4.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khamhardih
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khamhardih. The nearest railway station is Lusa, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.6 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 Singrauli to Khamhardih is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamhardih
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamhardih 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 Khamhardih
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamhardih 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 Khamhardih
Where is Khamhardih located?
Khamhardih village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamhardih?
Khamhardih is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khamhardih?
The pincode of Khamhardih is 486882.
What is the population of Khamhardih?
Khamhardih has a total population of 2,406, including 1,272 males and 1,134 females.
How many households are there in Khamhardih?
There are 475 households in Khamhardih.
What is the literacy rate in Khamhardih?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamhardih is 43.68%. Male literacy is 48.74% and female literacy is 38.01%.