Khamtala
Khamtala is a village located in Dhanora tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanora (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Khamtala village is also a gram panchayat.
Khamtala has its own place in the vibrant Gadchiroli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khamtala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khamtala is 538881. The village spans a total geographical area of 679 hectares. Gadchiroli is nearest town to Khamtala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khamtala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Armori Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khamtala
Population of Khamtala
Below is a concise population overview of Khamtala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 488 | 245 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 29 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 312 | 162 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 194 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 51 | 122 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khamtala village:
- The total population of Khamtala village is around 488, including approximately 245 males and 243 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 64 children aged 0–6 years in Khamtala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khamtala village has 9 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 312 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khamtala village is about 64.55%, with male literacy at 79.18% and female literacy at 49.79%.
- There are around 120 households in Khamtala village.
Connectivity of Khamtala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khamtala. As per the 2011 stats, Khamtala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khamtala
Knowing the nearby villages of Khamtala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khamtala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khamtala
- Where is Khamtala located?
- Khamtala village is situated in Dhanora Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khamtala?
- Khamtala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Khamtala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khamtala is 488, with 245 males and 243 females.
- How many households are there in Khamtala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khamtala village has a total of 120 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khamtala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khamtala is 64.55%. The male literacy rate is 79.18%, while the female literacy rate is 49.79%.