Khobha - Deosar, Singrauli
Khobha is a village situated in the Deosar tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deosar and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Naudia Abad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khobha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khobha is 503672. The village covers a total geographical area of 156.32 hectares and falls under the 486886 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Khobha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sihawal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khobha
According to the 2011 Census, Khobha village had a total population of 1,655 people, including 878 males and 777 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.06%, with male literacy at 77.75% and female literacy at 52.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 59.
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 | 1,655 | 878 | 777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 132 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 55 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 913 | 580 | 333 |
| Illiterate Population | 742 | 298 | 444 |
Nearby Villages of Khobha
Khobha 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 Khobha
Khobha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singrauli to Khobha is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khobha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khobha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khobha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khobha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khobha
Where is Khobha located?
Khobha village is located in Deosar Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khobha?
The Gram Panchayat of Khobha is Naudia Abad.
What is the pincode of Khobha?
The pincode of Khobha is 486886.
What is the population of Khobha?
Khobha had a total population of 1,655, including 878 males and 777 females.
How many households are there in Khobha?
Khobha had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khobha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khobha was 66.06%. Male literacy was 77.75% and female literacy was 52.36%.