Khunta - Soro, Balasore
Khunta is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Soro and around 50 km from Baleshwar. Manipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khunta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khunta is 393686. The village covers a total geographical area of 497 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khunta
As per Census 2011, Khunta village has a total population of 2,599 people, consisting of 1,314 males and 1,285 females. The village has 679 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 373 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,704 literate and 895 illiterate residents. Additionally, 571 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 605 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khunta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,599 | 1,314 | 1,285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 181 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 571 | 301 | 270 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 605 | 289 | 316 |
| Literate Population | 1,704 | 965 | 739 |
| Illiterate Population | 895 | 349 | 546 |
Nearby Villages of Khunta
Khunta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Digbhanra | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Jadida | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Ruso-19 | East | 3.69 km |
| Ruso-18 | South-East | 3.74 km |
| Panisiali | South | 3.75 km |
| Gopinathpur | East | 3.80 km |
| Khasagadia | South-East | 3.99 km |
| Attapur | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Dalanga-ii | South-West | 4.07 km |
| Patulida | South-East | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khunta
Khunta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sabira, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 114.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Khunta is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Khunta is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khunta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khunta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khunta
Where is Khunta located?
Khunta village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khunta?
The Gram Panchayat of Khunta is Manipur.
What is the pincode of Khunta?
The pincode of Khunta is 756045.
What is the population of Khunta?
Khunta has a total population of 2,599, including 1,314 males and 1,285 females.
How many households are there in Khunta?
There are 679 households in Khunta.
What is the literacy rate in Khunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khunta is 65.56%. Male literacy is 73.44% and female literacy is 57.51%.