Khuard - Jaleswar, Balasore
Khuard is a village situated in the Jaleswar tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Raibania and around 70 km from Baleshwar. Khuard village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuard is 391387. The village covers a total geographical area of 1209 hectares and falls under the 756033 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Khuard 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 Khuard
As per Census 2011, Khuard village has a total population of 3,738 people, consisting of 1,887 males and 1,851 females. The village has 879 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 442 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,387 literate and 1,351 illiterate residents. Additionally, 503 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,718 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khuard are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,738 | 1,887 | 1,851 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 442 | 226 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 503 | 249 | 254 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,718 | 855 | 863 |
| Literate Population | 2,387 | 1,385 | 1,002 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,351 | 502 | 849 |
Nearby Villages of Khuard
Khuard 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purunapani | North | 1.96 km |
| Kendukhunta | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Bardiha | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Begunia | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Chandrapur | North | 3.42 km |
| Salgaria | West | 3.70 km |
| Paika | West | 4.12 km |
| Samnagar | North-East | 4.33 km |
| Murga Pahari | North | 4.37 km |
| Ghasmari | South | 4.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khuard
Khuard is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lakshannath Road, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jaleswar to Khuard is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Khuard is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuard
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuard village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khuard
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuard village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khuard
Where is Khuard located?
Khuard village is located in Jaleswar Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuard?
Khuard is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khuard?
The pincode of Khuard is 756033.
What is the population of Khuard?
Khuard has a total population of 3,738, including 1,887 males and 1,851 females.
How many households are there in Khuard?
There are 879 households in Khuard.
What is the literacy rate in Khuard?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuard is 63.86%. Male literacy is 73.40% and female literacy is 54.13%.