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
As per Census 2011, Khobha village has a total population of 1,655 people, consisting of 878 males and 777 females. The village has 300 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 913 literate and 742 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khobha are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,655, including 878 males and 777 females.
How many households are there in Khobha?
There are 300 households in Khobha.
What is the literacy rate in Khobha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khobha is 55.17%. Male literacy is 66.06% and female literacy is 42.86%.