Khuntapada - Harabhanga, Boudh
Khuntapada is a village situated in the Harabhanga tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Puruna Katak and around 42 km from Baudh. Banibhusanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khuntapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuntapada is 418643. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 762023 pincode. Baudhgarh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Khuntapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Boudh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khuntapada
According to the 2011 Census, Khuntapada village had a total population of 109 people, including 55 males and 54 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.04%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 44.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
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 | 109 | 55 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 36 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 19 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Khuntapada
Khuntapada 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 Khuntapada
Khuntapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Baudhgarh to Khuntapada is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Khuntapada is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuntapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuntapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Khuntapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuntapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khuntapada
Where is Khuntapada located?
Khuntapada village is located in Harabhanga Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuntapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Khuntapada is Banibhusanpur.
What is the pincode of Khuntapada?
The pincode of Khuntapada is 762023.
What is the population of Khuntapada?
Khuntapada had a total population of 109, including 55 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Khuntapada?
Khuntapada had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khuntapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuntapada was 64.04%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 44.68%.