Khandagan
Khandagan is a village located in Salepur tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Salepur (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Kenduapatna is the gram panchayat of Khandagan village.
Khandagan has its own place in the vibrant Cuttack region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khandagan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khandagan is 399740. The village spans a total geographical area of 129 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754203. Cuttack is nearest town to Khandagan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khandagan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khandagan
Population of Khandagan
Below is a concise population overview of Khandagan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,181 | 1,114 | 1,067 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 100 | 95 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 646 | 329 | 317 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,694 | 923 | 771 |
Illiterate Population | 487 | 191 | 296 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khandagan village:
- The total population of Khandagan village is around 2,181, including approximately 1,114 males and 1,067 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 195 children aged 0–6 years in Khandagan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khandagan village has 646 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Khandagan village is about 77.67%, with male literacy at 82.85% and female literacy at 72.26%.
- There are around 496 households in Khandagan village.
Connectivity of Khandagan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khandagan. As per the 2011 stats, Khandagan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khandagan
Knowing the nearby villages of Khandagan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khandagan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khandagan
- Where is Khandagan located?
- Khandagan village is situated in Salepur Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khandagan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khandagan is Kenduapatna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Khandagan?
- The pincode of Khandagan is 754203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khandagan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khandagan is 2,181, with 1,114 males and 1,067 females.
- How many households are there in Khandagan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khandagan village has a total of 496 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khandagan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khandagan is 77.67%. The male literacy rate is 82.85%, while the female literacy rate is 72.26%.