Khagsa
Khagsa is a village located in Turekela tehsil of Balangir district in Odisha, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Turekela (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Balangir. As per 2009 stats, Khagsa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Khagsa unique in its vibrant Turekela-Balangir region. You’ll see Khagsa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Khagsa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khagsa is 420885. The village spans a total geographical area of 562 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 767039. Kantabanji is nearest town to Khagsa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Khagsa
Population of Khagsa
According to the 2011 Census, Khagsa has a total population of about 1,520, with approximately 784 males and 736 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 289 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 296 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 620. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.30%, with male literacy at about 50.00% and female literacy near 23.78%. There are around 386 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khagsa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,520 | 784 | 736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 144 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 150 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 620 | 317 | 303 |
| Literate Population | 567 | 392 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 953 | 392 | 561 |
Connectivity of Khagsa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khagsa. As per the 2011 stats, Khagsa 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khagsa
Knowing the nearby villages of Khagsa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khagsa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khagsa
- Where is Khagsa located?
- Khagsa village is situated in Turekela Tehsil, within the Balangir district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khagsa?
- Khagsa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khagsa?
- The pincode of Khagsa is 767039, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khagsa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khagsa is 1,520, with 784 males and 736 females.
- How many households are there in Khagsa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khagsa village has a total of 386 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khagsa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khagsa is 37.30%. The male literacy rate is 50.00%, while the female literacy rate is 23.78%.