Khankira
Khankira is a village located in Nihalprasad tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Nihalprasad (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Khankira village is also a gram panchayat.
Khankira has its own place in the vibrant Dhenkanal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khankira
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khankira is 402830. The village spans a total geographical area of 434 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759016. Jajapur is nearest town to Khankira village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
Google Map of Khankira
Population of Khankira
Below is a concise population overview of Khankira as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,745 | 906 | 839 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 120 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 570 | 297 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 277 | 143 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 1,495 | 772 | 723 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 134 | 116 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khankira village:
- The total population of Khankira village is around 1,745, including approximately 906 males and 839 females, with a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 203 children aged 0–6 years in Khankira village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khankira village has 570 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 277 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khankira village is about 85.67%, with male literacy at 85.21% and female literacy at 86.17%.
- There are around 415 households in Khankira village.
Connectivity of Khankira
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khankira. As per the 2011 stats, Khankira had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khankira
Knowing the nearby villages of Khankira helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khankira.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khankira
- Where is Khankira located?
- Khankira village is situated in Nihalprasad Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khankira?
- Khankira serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khankira?
- The pincode of Khankira is 759016, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khankira as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khankira is 1,745, with 906 males and 839 females.
- How many households are there in Khankira as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khankira village has a total of 415 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khankira as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khankira is 85.67%. The male literacy rate is 85.21%, while the female literacy rate is 86.17%.