Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta) - Khaira, Balasore
Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta) is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Khaira and around 55 km from Baleshwar. Nayakhandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta) is 393498. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 756059 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta)
As per Census 2011, Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta) village has a total population of 311 people, consisting of 152 males and 159 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 257 literate and 54 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 311 | 152 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 10 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 137 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 15 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta)
Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta) 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 Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta)
Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta) 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 Soro to Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta) is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta) is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta) 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 Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta) 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 Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta)
Where is Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta) located?
Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta) village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta)?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta) is Nayakhandi.
What is the pincode of Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta)?
The pincode of Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta) is 756059.
What is the population of Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta)?
Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta) has a total population of 311, including 152 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta)?
There are 67 households in Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta).
What is the literacy rate in Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaanlkhunta (Kalankhunta) is 82.64%. Male literacy is 90.13% and female literacy is 75.47%.