Khandola - Barang, Cuttack
Khandola is a village situated in the Barang tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Cuttack Sadar and around 20 km from Cuttack. Harianta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khandola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandola is 400134. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 754221 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khandola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khandola
As per Census 2011, Khandola village has a total population of 369 people, consisting of 188 males and 181 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 284 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khandola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 369 | 188 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 153 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 35 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Khandola
Khandola 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 Khandola
Public transport in the Khandola is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Cuttack to Khandola is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Khandola is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandola 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khandola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khandola
Where is Khandola located?
Khandola village is located in Barang Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandola?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandola is Harianta.
What is the pincode of Khandola?
The pincode of Khandola is 754221.
What is the population of Khandola?
Khandola has a total population of 369, including 188 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Khandola?
There are 78 households in Khandola.
What is the literacy rate in Khandola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandola is 76.96%. Male literacy is 81.38% and female literacy is 72.38%.