Khudradunda - Basta, Balasore
Khudradunda is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Singla and around 40 km from Baleshwar. Putura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khudradunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khudradunda is 392205. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 756081 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Khudradunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khudradunda
According to the 2011 Census, Khudradunda village had a total population of 127 people, including 72 males and 55 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 764 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.25%, with male literacy at 98.51% and female literacy at 97.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 127 | 72 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 66 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 6 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Khudradunda
Khudradunda 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 Khudradunda
Public transport in the Khudradunda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khudradunda.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Khudradunda is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Khudradunda is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khudradunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khudradunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khudradunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khudradunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khudradunda
Where is Khudradunda located?
Khudradunda village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khudradunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Khudradunda is Putura.
What is the pincode of Khudradunda?
The pincode of Khudradunda is 756081.
What is the population of Khudradunda?
Khudradunda had a total population of 127, including 72 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Khudradunda?
Khudradunda had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khudradunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khudradunda was 98.25%. Male literacy was 98.51% and female literacy was 97.87%.