Khalapal - Kaniha, Angul
Khalapal is a village situated in the Kaniha tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Rengali Damsite and around 87 km from Anugul . Bajrakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalapal is 403723. The village covers a total geographical area of 112 hectares and falls under the 759105 pincode. Rengali is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Khalapal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pallahara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khalapal
As per Census 2011, Khalapal village has a total population of 894 people, consisting of 470 males and 424 females. The village has 224 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 631 literate and 263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 239 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khalapal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 894 | 470 | 424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 62 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 125 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 631 | 371 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 99 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Khalapal
Khalapal 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 Khalapal
Khalapal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rengali to Khalapal is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Khalapal is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalapal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khalapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalapal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khalapal
Where is Khalapal located?
Khalapal village is located in Kaniha Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalapal is Bajrakot.
What is the pincode of Khalapal?
The pincode of Khalapal is 759105.
What is the population of Khalapal?
Khalapal has a total population of 894, including 470 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Khalapal?
There are 224 households in Khalapal.
What is the literacy rate in Khalapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalapal is 70.58%. Male literacy is 78.94% and female literacy is 61.32%.