Khamari - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Khamari is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Benagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khamari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamari is 422997. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Khamari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khamari
As per Census 2011, Khamari village has a total population of 227 people, consisting of 115 males and 112 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 133 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 160 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khamari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 227 | 115 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 80 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 83 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 32 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Khamari
Khamari 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 Khamari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khamari.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Khamari is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamari 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khamari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khamari
Where is Khamari located?
Khamari village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamari?
The Gram Panchayat of Khamari is Benagaon.
What is the pincode of Khamari?
The pincode of Khamari is 766020.
What is the population of Khamari?
Khamari has a total population of 227, including 115 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Khamari?
There are 50 households in Khamari.
What is the literacy rate in Khamari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamari is 58.59%. Male literacy is 72.17% and female literacy is 44.64%.