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
As per Census 2011, Khuntigora village has a total population of 192 people, consisting of 96 males and 96 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 135 literate and 57 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khuntigora are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 192, including 96 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Khuntigora?
There are 50 households in Khuntigora.
What is the literacy rate in Khuntigora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuntigora is 70.31%. Male literacy is 76.04% and female literacy is 64.58%.