Khuntadiha - Oupada, Balasore
Khuntadiha is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Oupada and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Gadasahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khuntadiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuntadiha is 393356. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khuntadiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khuntadiha
As per Census 2011, Khuntadiha village has a total population of 34 people, consisting of 16 males and 18 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 1,125 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 20 literate and 14 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khuntadiha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 5 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Khuntadiha
Khuntadiha 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 Khuntadiha
Public transport in the Khuntadiha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Khuntadiha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Khuntadiha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Khuntadiha is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuntadiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuntadiha 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 Khuntadiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuntadiha 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 Khuntadiha
Where is Khuntadiha located?
Khuntadiha village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuntadiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Khuntadiha is Gadasahi.
What is the pincode of Khuntadiha?
The pincode of Khuntadiha is 756049.
What is the population of Khuntadiha?
Khuntadiha has a total population of 34, including 16 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Khuntadiha?
There are 8 households in Khuntadiha.
What is the literacy rate in Khuntadiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuntadiha is 58.82%. Male literacy is 68.75% and female literacy is 50.00%.