Khokasa
Khokasa is a village located in Kamakshyanagar tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kamakshyanagar (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Mahulpal is the gram panchayat of Khokasa village.
Khokasa has its own place in the vibrant Dhenkanal 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 Khokasa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khokasa is 402401. The village spans a total geographical area of 235 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759018. Kamakshyanagar is nearest town to Khokasa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Khokasa
Population of Khokasa
Below is a concise population overview of Khokasa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,264 | 648 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 76 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 470 | 243 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 84 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 1,003 | 542 | 461 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 106 | 155 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khokasa village:
- The total population of Khokasa village is around 1,264, including approximately 648 males and 616 females, with a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 139 children aged 0–6 years in Khokasa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khokasa village has 470 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 167 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khokasa village is about 79.35%, with male literacy at 83.64% and female literacy at 74.84%.
- There are around 289 households in Khokasa village.
Connectivity of Khokasa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khokasa. As per the 2011 stats, Khokasa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khokasa
Knowing the nearby villages of Khokasa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khokasa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khokasa
- Where is Khokasa located?
- Khokasa village is situated in Kamakshyanagar Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khokasa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khokasa is Mahulpal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Khokasa?
- The pincode of Khokasa is 759018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khokasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khokasa is 1,264, with 648 males and 616 females.
- How many households are there in Khokasa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khokasa village has a total of 289 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khokasa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khokasa is 79.35%. The male literacy rate is 83.64%, while the female literacy rate is 74.84%.