Kham - Kotra, Udaipur
Kham is a village situated in the Kotra tehsil of Udaipur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotra and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Udaipur. Kham village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kham is 105885. The village covers a total geographical area of 312 hectares and falls under the 307025 pincode. Pindwara is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gogunda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udaipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kham
According to the 2011 Census, Kham village had a total population of 733 people, including 369 males and 364 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.30%, with male literacy at 60.87% and female literacy at 10.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 727.
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 | 733 | 369 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 93 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 727 | 364 | 363 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 168 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 537 | 201 | 336 |
Nearby Villages of Kham
Kham is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Paoti Kalan | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Beradhar | South-West | 2.19 km |
| Merpur | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Kali Doongri | North | 2.61 km |
| Malwiya | North | 3.61 km |
| Jhari Royan | North | 3.96 km |
| Moriya Khuna | East | 4.46 km |
| Raya | North-West | 4.49 km |
| Tiloi | South-East | 4.78 km |
| Cheebar Badi | North-East | 5.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kham
Kham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sirohi Road, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pindwara to Kham is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udaipur to Kham is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kham 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 Kham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kham 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 Kham
Where is Kham located?
Kham village is located in Kotra Tehsil, Udaipur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kham?
Kham is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kham?
The pincode of Kham is 307025.
What is the population of Kham?
Kham had a total population of 733, including 369 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Kham?
Kham had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kham was 36.30%. Male literacy was 60.87% and female literacy was 10.61%.