Khohar - Mau, Chitrakoot
Khohar is a village situated in the Mau tehsil of Chitrakoot district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mau and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chitrakoot. Khohar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khohar is 156102. The village covers a total geographical area of 1321.05 hectares and falls under the 210208 pincode.
Khohar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manikpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khohar
As per Census 2011, Khohar village has a total population of 2,759 people, consisting of 1,476 males and 1,283 females. The village has 458 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 537 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,389 literate and 1,370 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,276 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khohar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,759 | 1,476 | 1,283 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 537 | 291 | 246 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,276 | 667 | 609 |
| Literate Population | 1,389 | 874 | 515 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,370 | 602 | 768 |
Nearby Villages of Khohar
Khohar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur | East | 2.04 km |
| Barau | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Phuldeur | North-East | 2.76 km |
| Goiya Kalan | North-West | 2.94 km |
| Turgawan | West | 3.16 km |
| Goiya Khurd | North-West | 3.45 km |
| Gond Khurd | North-East | 3.98 km |
| Ghateha | North | 4.02 km |
| Ghusrum | South-East | 4.19 km |
| Bhothi | South-East | 4.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khohar
Khohar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bargarh, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chitrakoot to Khohar is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khohar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khohar 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 Khohar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khohar 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 Khohar
Where is Khohar located?
Khohar village is located in Mau Tehsil, Chitrakoot district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khohar?
Khohar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khohar?
The pincode of Khohar is 210208.
What is the population of Khohar?
Khohar has a total population of 2,759, including 1,476 males and 1,283 females.
How many households are there in Khohar?
There are 458 households in Khohar.
What is the literacy rate in Khohar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khohar is 50.34%. Male literacy is 59.21% and female literacy is 40.14%.