Kholkhamhra - Pali, Umaria
Kholkhamhra is a village situated in the Pali tehsil of Umaria district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pali and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Umaria. Kholkhamhra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kholkhamhra is 468159. The village covers a total geographical area of 461 hectares and falls under the 484001 pincode. Shahdol is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kholkhamhra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kholkhamhra
As per Census 2011, Kholkhamhra village has a total population of 732 people, consisting of 382 males and 350 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 399 literate and 333 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 452 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kholkhamhra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 732 | 382 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 52 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 75 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 452 | 230 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 399 | 251 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 333 | 131 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Kholkhamhra
Kholkhamhra 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 Kholkhamhra
Kholkhamhra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Kholkhamhra has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahdol to Kholkhamhra is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Umaria to Kholkhamhra is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kholkhamhra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kholkhamhra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kholkhamhra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kholkhamhra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kholkhamhra
Where is Kholkhamhra located?
Kholkhamhra village is located in Pali Tehsil, Umaria district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kholkhamhra?
Kholkhamhra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kholkhamhra?
The pincode of Kholkhamhra is 484001.
What is the population of Kholkhamhra?
Kholkhamhra has a total population of 732, including 382 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Kholkhamhra?
There are 170 households in Kholkhamhra.
What is the literacy rate in Kholkhamhra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kholkhamhra is 54.51%. Male literacy is 65.71% and female literacy is 42.29%.