Khunta
Khunta is a village located in Soro tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Soro (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Manipur is the gram panchayat of Khunta village.
Here you can discover what makes Khunta unique in its vibrant Soro-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Khunta’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Khunta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khunta is 393686. The village spans a total geographical area of 497 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756047. Soro is nearest town to Khunta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Khunta
Population of Khunta
According to the 2011 Census, Khunta has a total population of about 2,599, with approximately 1,314 males and 1,285 females. The sex ratio is around 977 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 373 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 571 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 605. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.56%, with male literacy at about 73.44% and female literacy near 57.51%. There are around 679 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khunta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Khunta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khunta. As per the 2011 stats, Khunta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khunta
Knowing the nearby villages of Khunta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khunta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khunta
- Where is Khunta located?
- Khunta village is situated in Soro Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khunta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khunta is Manipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Khunta?
- The pincode of Khunta is 756047, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khunta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khunta is 2,599, with 1,314 males and 1,285 females.
- How many households are there in Khunta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khunta village has a total of 679 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khunta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khunta is 65.56%. The male literacy rate is 73.44%, while the female literacy rate is 57.51%.