Khujini - Padampur, Bargarh
Khujini is a village situated in the Padampur tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Padmapur and around 71 km from Bargarh. Barihapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khujini village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khujini is 379981. The village covers a total geographical area of 320 hectares and falls under the 768049 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Khujini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khujini
As per Census 2011, Khujini village has a total population of 758 people, consisting of 410 males and 348 females. The village has 230 households and a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 467 literate and 291 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 159 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khujini are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 758 | 410 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 41 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 41 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 159 | 84 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 467 | 276 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 134 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Khujini
Khujini 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 Khujini
Khujini is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 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 Padmapur to Khujini is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Khujini is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khujini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khujini village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khujini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khujini village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khujini
Where is Khujini located?
Khujini village is located in Padampur Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khujini?
The Gram Panchayat of Khujini is Barihapali.
What is the pincode of Khujini?
The pincode of Khujini is 768049.
What is the population of Khujini?
Khujini has a total population of 758, including 410 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Khujini?
There are 230 households in Khujini.
What is the literacy rate in Khujini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khujini is 61.61%. Male literacy is 67.32% and female literacy is 54.89%.