Khola - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Khola is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Khola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khola is 380763. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 768052 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Khola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khola
As per Census 2011, Khola village has a total population of 790 people, consisting of 390 males and 400 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 507 literate and 283 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 417 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 790 | 390 | 400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 49 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 417 | 209 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 301 | 206 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 89 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Khola
Khola 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 Khola
Khola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bargarh to Khola is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khola
Where is Khola located?
Khola village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khola?
Khola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khola?
The pincode of Khola is 768052.
What is the population of Khola?
Khola has a total population of 790, including 390 males and 400 females.
How many households are there in Khola?
There are 175 households in Khola.
What is the literacy rate in Khola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khola is 64.18%. Male literacy is 77.18% and female literacy is 51.50%.