Khatoda - Warora, Chandrapur
Khatoda is a village situated in the Warora tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Warora and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Salori serves as the Village Panchayat for Khatoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatoda is 540272. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.06 hectares and falls under the 442914 pincode. Warora is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Khatoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khatoda
According to the 2011 Census, Khatoda village had a total population of 260 people, including 128 males and 132 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.44%, with male literacy at 87.07% and female literacy at 73.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 246.
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 | 260 | 128 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 12 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 246 | 118 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 101 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 27 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Khatoda
Khatoda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Majara Rai | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Parsoda | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Khairgaon | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Dindoda Khurd | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Bandara | North | 2.74 km |
| Wanali Wangram | East | 3.47 km |
| Salori | North-East | 3.69 km |
| Pewara Tukum | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Anandvan | South-West | 3.94 km |
| Jamgaon | South | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khatoda
Khatoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Warora, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Warora to Khatoda is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Khatoda is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatoda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khatoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khatoda
Where is Khatoda located?
Khatoda village is located in Warora Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khatoda?
The Village Panchayat of Khatoda is Salori.
What is the pincode of Khatoda?
The pincode of Khatoda is 442914.
What is the population of Khatoda?
Khatoda had a total population of 260, including 128 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Khatoda?
Khatoda had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khatoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatoda was 80.44%. Male literacy was 87.07% and female literacy was 73.39%.