Khamarguri - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Khamarguri is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Buduballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khamarguri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamarguri is 425063. The village covers a total geographical area of 1528 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Khamarguri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khamarguri
According to the 2011 Census, Khamarguri village had a total population of 146 people, including 76 males and 70 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.36%, with male literacy at 36.36% and female literacy at 16.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 125.
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 | 146 | 76 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 20 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 56 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Khamarguri
Khamarguri 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 Khamarguri
Khamarguri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gudari to Khamarguri is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Khamarguri is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamarguri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamarguri 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khamarguri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamarguri 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 Khamarguri
Where is Khamarguri located?
Khamarguri village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khamarguri?
The Gram Panchayat of Khamarguri is Buduballi.
What is the pincode of Khamarguri?
The pincode of Khamarguri is 765020.
What is the population of Khamarguri?
Khamarguri had a total population of 146, including 76 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Khamarguri?
Khamarguri had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khamarguri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamarguri was 26.36%. Male literacy was 36.36% and female literacy was 16.36%.