Khokmar - Dharni, Amravati
Khokmar is a village situated in the Dharni tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharni and around 155 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Rangubeli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khokmar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khokmar is 531479. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 444702 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Khokmar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khokmar
As per Census 2011, Khokmar village has a total population of 342 people, consisting of 168 males and 174 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 201 literate and 141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 335 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khokmar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 342 | 168 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 335 | 164 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 110 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 58 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Khokmar
Khokmar 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 Khokmar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khokmar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Achalpur to Khokmar is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Khokmar is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khokmar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khokmar 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khokmar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khokmar 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 Khokmar
Where is Khokmar located?
Khokmar village is located in Dharni Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khokmar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khokmar is Rangubeli.
What is the pincode of Khokmar?
The pincode of Khokmar is 444702.
What is the population of Khokmar?
Khokmar has a total population of 342, including 168 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Khokmar?
There are 77 households in Khokmar.
What is the literacy rate in Khokmar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khokmar is 58.77%. Male literacy is 65.48% and female literacy is 52.30%.