Khajurpara - Saintala, Balangir
Khajurpara is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Budabahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khajurpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khajurpara is 421133. The village covers a total geographical area of 160 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Khajurpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khajurpara
According to the 2011 Census, Khajurpara village had a total population of 641 people, including 309 males and 332 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.47%, with male literacy at 82.05% and female literacy at 55.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 641 | 309 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 36 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 380 | 224 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 85 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Khajurpara
Khajurpara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Liakani | South-East | 0.86 km |
| Biratkani | North | 1.00 km |
| Malpara | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Sinakhaman | North | 2.12 km |
| Kharibahal | South | 2.15 km |
| Babukelgaon | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Budabahal | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Samara | East | 2.86 km |
| Kandhkelgaon | North-West | 2.91 km |
| Lurki | East | 2.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khajurpara
Khajurpara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Deogan Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 3.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Balangir to Khajurpara is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Khajurpara is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khajurpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khajurpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khajurpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khajurpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khajurpara
Where is Khajurpara located?
Khajurpara village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khajurpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Khajurpara is Budabahal.
What is the pincode of Khajurpara?
The pincode of Khajurpara is 767032.
What is the population of Khajurpara?
Khajurpara had a total population of 641, including 309 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Khajurpara?
Khajurpara had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khajurpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khajurpara was 68.47%. Male literacy was 82.05% and female literacy was 55.32%.