Khuntpali - Gaisilet, Bargarh
Khuntpali is a village situated in the Gaisilet tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaisilet and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Talpali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khuntpali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuntpali is 380092. The village covers a total geographical area of 602 hectares and falls under the 768037 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Khuntpali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khuntpali
As per Census 2011, Khuntpali village has a total population of 1,143 people, consisting of 577 males and 566 females. The village has 344 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 685 literate and 458 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 504 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khuntpali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,143 | 577 | 566 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 65 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 70 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 504 | 258 | 246 |
| Literate Population | 685 | 396 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 181 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Khuntpali
Khuntpali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mundapali | West | 1.77 km |
| Barhamunda | East | 1.84 km |
| Talpali | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Katabahal | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Semelmunda | South-West | 3.58 km |
| Kuliari | South | 3.99 km |
| Gidhamal | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Brahmanmal | East | 4.13 km |
| Ghanamal | North | 4.34 km |
| Jankeda | North-East | 4.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khuntpali
Khuntpali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Loisingha, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Padmapur to Khuntpali is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Khuntpali is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuntpali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuntpali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khuntpali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuntpali 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 Khuntpali
Where is Khuntpali located?
Khuntpali village is located in Gaisilet Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuntpali?
The Gram Panchayat of Khuntpali is Talpali.
What is the pincode of Khuntpali?
The pincode of Khuntpali is 768037.
What is the population of Khuntpali?
Khuntpali has a total population of 1,143, including 577 males and 566 females.
How many households are there in Khuntpali?
There are 344 households in Khuntpali.
What is the literacy rate in Khuntpali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuntpali is 59.93%. Male literacy is 68.63% and female literacy is 51.06%.