Khalagadia - Bhograi, Balasore
Khalagadia is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Kamarda and around 65 km from Baleshwar. Durpal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalagadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalagadia is 391866. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 756079 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Khalagadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khalagadia
As per Census 2011, Khalagadia village has a total population of 214 people, consisting of 112 males and 102 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 172 literate and 42 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khalagadia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 214 | 112 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 172 | 94 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 18 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Khalagadia
Khalagadia 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 Khalagadia
Khalagadia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Khalagadia is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Khalagadia is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalagadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalagadia 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 Khalagadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalagadia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khalagadia
Where is Khalagadia located?
Khalagadia village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalagadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalagadia is Durpal.
What is the pincode of Khalagadia?
The pincode of Khalagadia is 756079.
What is the population of Khalagadia?
Khalagadia has a total population of 214, including 112 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Khalagadia?
There are 49 households in Khalagadia.
What is the literacy rate in Khalagadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalagadia is 80.37%. Male literacy is 83.93% and female literacy is 76.47%.