Khadu - Remuna, Balasore
Khadu is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from Baleshwar Sadar and around 20 km from Baleshwar. Tundra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadu is 392891. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 756021 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Khadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khadu
According to the 2011 Census, Khadu village had a total population of 684 people, including 360 males and 324 females, living in 159 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.23%, with male literacy at 89.97% and female literacy at 73.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 684 | 360 | 324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 287 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 73 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Khadu
Khadu 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 Khadu
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khadu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Baleshwar to Khadu is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Khadu is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khadu
Where is Khadu located?
Khadu village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Khadu is Tundra.
What is the pincode of Khadu?
The pincode of Khadu is 756021.
What is the population of Khadu?
Khadu had a total population of 684, including 360 males and 324 females.
How many households are there in Khadu?
Khadu had 159 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadu was 82.23%. Male literacy was 89.97% and female literacy was 73.50%.