Khasoda - Korchi, Gadchiroli
Khasoda is a village situated in the Korchi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 56 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korchi and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Kotgul serves as the Village Panchayat for Khasoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khasoda is 538848. The village covers a total geographical area of 280.18 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Khasoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khasoda
According to the 2011 Census, Khasoda village had a total population of 130 people, including 64 males and 66 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.50%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 43.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 130.
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 | 130 | 64 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 130 | 64 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 42 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 22 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Khasoda
Khasoda 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 Khasoda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khasoda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Desaiganj to Khasoda is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Khasoda is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khasoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khasoda 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khasoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khasoda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khasoda
Where is Khasoda located?
Khasoda village is located in Korchi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khasoda?
The Village Panchayat of Khasoda is Kotgul.
What is the pincode of Khasoda?
The pincode of Khasoda is 441209.
What is the population of Khasoda?
Khasoda had a total population of 130, including 64 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Khasoda?
Khasoda had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khasoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khasoda was 62.50%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 43.40%.