Khuntigora - Kantamal, Boudh
Khuntigora is a village situated in the Kantamal tehsil of Boudh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Kantamal and around 105 km from Baudh. Khuntigora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuntigora is 417875. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 762016 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Khuntigora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantamal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khuntigora
According to the 2011 Census, Khuntigora village had a total population of 192 people, including 96 males and 96 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.95%, with male literacy at 86.90% and female literacy at 71.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 192 | 96 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 73 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 23 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Khuntigora
Khuntigora 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 Khuntigora
Khuntigora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balangir to Khuntigora is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baudh to Khuntigora is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuntigora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuntigora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Khuntigora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuntigora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khuntigora
Where is Khuntigora located?
Khuntigora village is located in Kantamal Tehsil, Boudh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuntigora?
Khuntigora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khuntigora?
The pincode of Khuntigora is 762016.
What is the population of Khuntigora?
Khuntigora had a total population of 192, including 96 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Khuntigora?
Khuntigora had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khuntigora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuntigora was 78.95%. Male literacy was 86.90% and female literacy was 71.26%.