Khandasara - Niali, Cuttack
Khandasara is a village situated in the Niali tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niali and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Alana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khandasara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandasara is 400322. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 754004 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Khandasara 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 Khandasara
According to the 2011 Census, Khandasara village had a total population of 251 people, including 115 males and 136 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,183 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.88%, with male literacy at 88.35% and female literacy at 69.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 105.
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 | 251 | 115 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 52 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 91 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 24 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Khandasara
Khandasara 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 Khandasara
Khandasara 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 >10 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 Khandasara is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandasara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandasara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khandasara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandasara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khandasara
Where is Khandasara located?
Khandasara village is located in Niali Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khandasara?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandasara is Alana.
What is the pincode of Khandasara?
The pincode of Khandasara is 754004.
What is the population of Khandasara?
Khandasara had a total population of 251, including 115 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Khandasara?
Khandasara had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandasara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandasara was 77.88%. Male literacy was 88.35% and female literacy was 69.11%.