Khajira - Khaira, Balasore
Khajira is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Khaira and around 76 km from Baleshwar. Bartana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khajira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khajira is 393637. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Khajira 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 Khajira
According to the 2011 Census, Khajira village had a total population of 344 people, including 179 males and 165 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.49%, with male literacy at 90.07% and female literacy at 82.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
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 | 344 | 179 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 136 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 43 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Khajira
Khajira 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 Khajira
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khajira.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Khajira is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Khajira is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khajira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khajira 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khajira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khajira village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khajira
Where is Khajira located?
Khajira village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khajira?
The Gram Panchayat of Khajira is Bartana.
What is the pincode of Khajira?
The pincode of Khajira is 756047.
What is the population of Khajira?
Khajira had a total population of 344, including 179 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Khajira?
Khajira had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khajira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khajira was 86.49%. Male literacy was 90.07% and female literacy was 82.76%.