Khalibahal - Parajang, Dhenkanal
Khalibahal is a village situated in the Parajang tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parajang and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Kandarsinga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalibahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalibahal is 402284. The village covers a total geographical area of 90 hectares and falls under the 759120 pincode. Talcher is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Khalibahal 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 Khalibahal
According to the 2011 Census, Khalibahal village had a total population of 538 people, including 283 males and 255 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.12%, with male literacy at 97.27% and female literacy at 83.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 140.
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 | 538 | 283 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 27 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 64 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 249 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 34 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Khalibahal
Khalibahal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Barabank | North-West | 1.16 km |
| Katarapada | West | 1.28 km |
| Lodhani | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Mendhapada | South-East | 1.79 km |
| Sagarnali | East | 2.41 km |
| Khandualmunda | West | 2.64 km |
| Analakata | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Katabahal | South | 2.92 km |
| Kandarsingha | West | 3.00 km |
| Garhaparajang | North-West | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khalibahal
Public transport in the Khalibahal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Burhapanka, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Talcher to Khalibahal is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Khalibahal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalibahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalibahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khalibahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalibahal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khalibahal
Where is Khalibahal located?
Khalibahal village is located in Parajang Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khalibahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalibahal is Kandarsinga.
What is the pincode of Khalibahal?
The pincode of Khalibahal is 759120.
What is the population of Khalibahal?
Khalibahal had a total population of 538, including 283 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Khalibahal?
Khalibahal had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalibahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalibahal was 91.12%. Male literacy was 97.27% and female literacy was 83.87%.