Khirkona

Khirkona is a village located in Similia tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Similia (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Kirkona is the gram panchayat of Khirkona village.

Khirkona has its own place in the vibrant Baleshwar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Khirkona

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khirkona is 394141. The village spans a total geographical area of 154 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756168. Soro is nearest town to Khirkona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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Population of Khirkona

Below is a concise population overview of Khirkona as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,362 666 696
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 184 82 102
Scheduled Castes (SC) 516 260 256
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 949 517 432
Illiterate Population 413 149 264

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khirkona village:

  • The total population of Khirkona village is around 1,362, including approximately 666 males and 696 females, with a sex ratio of 1045 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 184 children aged 0–6 years in Khirkona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khirkona village has 516 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Khirkona village is about 69.68%, with male literacy at 77.63% and female literacy at 62.07%.
  • There are around 358 households in Khirkona village.

Connectivity of Khirkona

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khirkona. As per the 2011 stats, Khirkona had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Khirkona

Knowing the nearby villages of Khirkona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khirkona.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Khirkona

Where is Khirkona located?
Khirkona village is situated in Similia Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirkona?
The Gram Panchayat of Khirkona is Kirkona (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Khirkona?
The pincode of Khirkona is 756168, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khirkona as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khirkona is 1,362, with 666 males and 696 females.
How many households are there in Khirkona as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khirkona village has a total of 358 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khirkona as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khirkona is 69.68%. The male literacy rate is 77.63%, while the female literacy rate is 62.07%.