Khapanpali - Sohela, Bargarh
Khapanpali is a village situated in the Sohela tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sohela and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Jhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khapanpali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khapanpali is 380289. The village covers a total geographical area of 328 hectares and falls under the 768034 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Khapanpali 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 Khapanpali
As per Census 2011, Khapanpali village has a total population of 753 people, consisting of 367 males and 386 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 539 literate and 214 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 125 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khapanpali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 753 | 367 | 386 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 81 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 61 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 539 | 296 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 71 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Khapanpali
Khapanpali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jharai | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Gandpali | East | 1.32 km |
| Kermeli | North | 2.23 km |
| Padhanpali | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Sargunapali | South | 2.85 km |
| Jhar | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Kalangapali | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Jitapali | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Kudapali | North-East | 4.28 km |
| Tabada | North-East | 4.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khapanpali
Khapanpali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barpali, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padmapur to Khapanpali is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Khapanpali is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khapanpali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khapanpali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khapanpali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khapanpali 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khapanpali
Where is Khapanpali located?
Khapanpali village is located in Sohela Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khapanpali?
The Gram Panchayat of Khapanpali is Jhar.
What is the pincode of Khapanpali?
The pincode of Khapanpali is 768034.
What is the population of Khapanpali?
Khapanpali has a total population of 753, including 367 males and 386 females.
How many households are there in Khapanpali?
There are 211 households in Khapanpali.
What is the literacy rate in Khapanpali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khapanpali is 71.58%. Male literacy is 80.65% and female literacy is 62.95%.