Khajuripada - Mohana, Gajapati
Khajuripada is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Karachabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khajuripada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khajuripada is 413758. The village covers a total geographical area of 199 hectares and falls under the 761214 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Khajuripada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khajuripada
According to the 2011 Census, Khajuripada village had a total population of 85 people, including 35 males and 50 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,429 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.55%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 83.
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 | 85 | 35 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 34 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 14 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 21 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Khajuripada
Khajuripada 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 Khajuripada
Khajuripada 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Khajuripada is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Khajuripada is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khajuripada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khajuripada 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 Khajuripada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khajuripada 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 Khajuripada
Where is Khajuripada located?
Khajuripada village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khajuripada?
The Gram Panchayat of Khajuripada is Karachabadi.
What is the pincode of Khajuripada?
The pincode of Khajuripada is 761214.
What is the population of Khajuripada?
Khajuripada had a total population of 85, including 35 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Khajuripada?
Khajuripada had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khajuripada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khajuripada was 54.55%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 57.14%.