Khijupali - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Khijupali is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Ruchida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khijupali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khijupali is 380803. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 768045 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Khijupali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khijupali
According to the 2011 Census, Khijupali village had a total population of 507 people, including 251 males and 256 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.56%, with male literacy at 92.07% and female literacy at 69.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 212, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 56.
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 | 507 | 251 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 105 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 373 | 209 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 42 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Khijupali
Khijupali 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 Khijupali
Khijupali is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Khijupali is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khijupali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khijupali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khijupali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khijupali 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khijupali
Where is Khijupali located?
Khijupali village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khijupali?
The Gram Panchayat of Khijupali is Ruchida.
What is the pincode of Khijupali?
The pincode of Khijupali is 768045.
What is the population of Khijupali?
Khijupali had a total population of 507, including 251 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Khijupali?
Khijupali had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khijupali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khijupali was 80.56%. Male literacy was 92.07% and female literacy was 69.49%.