Khuribhanga - Kankadahad, Dhenkanal
Khuribhanga is a village situated in the Kankadahad tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kankadahad and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Kanakadahad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khuribhanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuribhanga is 402518. The village falls under the 759018 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Khuribhanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khuribhanga
According to the 2011 Census, Khuribhanga village had a total population of 149 people, including 76 males and 73 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.85%, with male literacy at 42.86% and female literacy at 25.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 138.
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 | 149 | 76 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 69 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 27 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 49 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Khuribhanga
Khuribhanga 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 Khuribhanga
Public transport in the Khuribhanga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kamakshyanagar to Khuribhanga is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Khuribhanga is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuribhanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuribhanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khuribhanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuribhanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khuribhanga
Where is Khuribhanga located?
Khuribhanga village is located in Kankadahad Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuribhanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Khuribhanga is Kanakadahad.
What is the pincode of Khuribhanga?
The pincode of Khuribhanga is 759018.
What is the population of Khuribhanga?
Khuribhanga had a total population of 149, including 76 males and 73 females.
How many households are there in Khuribhanga?
Khuribhanga had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khuribhanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuribhanga was 33.85%. Male literacy was 42.86% and female literacy was 25.37%.