Khaligarh - Kokasara, Kalahandi
Khaligarh is a village situated in the Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokasara and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Dudkathenga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaligarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaligarh is 424008. The village covers a total geographical area of 582 hectares and falls under the 766028 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Khaligarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khaligarh
As per Census 2011, Khaligarh village has a total population of 1,195 people, consisting of 588 males and 607 females. The village has 320 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 196 literate and 999 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 717 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khaligarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,195 | 588 | 607 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 78 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 55 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 717 | 352 | 365 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 126 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 999 | 462 | 537 |
Nearby Villages of Khaligarh
Khaligarh 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 Khaligarh
Khaligarh 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 Junagarh to Khaligarh is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Khaligarh is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khaligarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaligarh 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 Khaligarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaligarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khaligarh
Where is Khaligarh located?
Khaligarh village is located in Kokasara Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaligarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaligarh is Dudkathenga.
What is the pincode of Khaligarh?
The pincode of Khaligarh is 766028.
What is the population of Khaligarh?
Khaligarh has a total population of 1,195, including 588 males and 607 females.
How many households are there in Khaligarh?
There are 320 households in Khaligarh.
What is the literacy rate in Khaligarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaligarh is 16.40%. Male literacy is 21.43% and female literacy is 11.53%.