Kholgarh - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Kholgarh is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Kisinda and around 80 km from Sambalpur. Gogua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kholgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kholgarh is 382098. The village covers a total geographical area of 357 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kholgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kholgarh
As per Census 2011, Kholgarh village has a total population of 329 people, consisting of 154 males and 175 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,136 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 195 literate and 134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 56 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kholgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 329 | 154 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 105 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 49 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Kholgarh
Kholgarh 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 Kholgarh
Public transport in the Kholgarh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Redhakhol to Kholgarh is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Kholgarh is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kholgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kholgarh 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 Kholgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kholgarh 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 Kholgarh
Where is Kholgarh located?
Kholgarh village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kholgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Kholgarh is Gogua.
What is the pincode of Kholgarh?
The pincode of Kholgarh is 768106.
What is the population of Kholgarh?
Kholgarh has a total population of 329, including 154 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Kholgarh?
There are 84 households in Kholgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Kholgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kholgarh is 59.27%. Male literacy is 68.18% and female literacy is 51.43%.