Khalapakha - Baliapal, Balasore
Khalapakha is a village situated in the Baliapal tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Baliapal and around 62 km from Baleshwar. Asti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalapakha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalapakha is 391972. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 756026 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Khalapakha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khalapakha
According to the 2011 Census, Khalapakha village had a total population of 618 people, including 305 males and 313 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.54%, with male literacy at 96.24% and female literacy at 83.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 618 | 305 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 39 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 488 | 256 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 49 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Khalapakha
Khalapakha 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 Khalapakha
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Khalapakha is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Khalapakha is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Khalapakha
Where is Khalapakha located?
Khalapakha village is located in Baliapal Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khalapakha?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalapakha is Asti.
What is the pincode of Khalapakha?
The pincode of Khalapakha is 756026.
What is the population of Khalapakha?
Khalapakha had a total population of 618, including 305 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Khalapakha?
Khalapakha had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalapakha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalapakha was 89.54%. Male literacy was 96.24% and female literacy was 83.15%.