Keutakhandi - Mahanga, Cuttack
Keutakhandi is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Paikarapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Keutakhandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Keutakhandi is 399507. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 754206 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Keutakhandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Keutakhandi
As per Census 2011, Keutakhandi village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 132 males and 118 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 67 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Keutakhandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 132 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 102 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 30 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Keutakhandi
Keutakhandi 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 Keutakhandi
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Keutakhandi.
| 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 Cuttack to Keutakhandi is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Keutakhandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Keutakhandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Keutakhandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Keutakhandi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Keutakhandi
Where is Keutakhandi located?
Keutakhandi village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Keutakhandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Keutakhandi is Paikarapur.
What is the pincode of Keutakhandi?
The pincode of Keutakhandi is 754206.
What is the population of Keutakhandi?
Keutakhandi has a total population of 250, including 132 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Keutakhandi?
There are 61 households in Keutakhandi.
What is the literacy rate in Keutakhandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Keutakhandi is 73.20%. Male literacy is 77.27% and female literacy is 68.64%.