Khariguma - Mohana, Gajapati

Khariguma is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 41 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 113 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Badasinghaba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khariguma village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Khariguma is 413897. The village covers a total geographical area of 520 hectares and falls under the 761017 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.

Khariguma 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 Khariguma

According to the 2011 Census, Khariguma village had a total population of 598 people, including 265 males and 333 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 1,257 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.96%, with male literacy at 49.50% and female literacy at 22.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 389.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Khariguma

Khariguma 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Khariguma

Khariguma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jhadupudi, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.8 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Khariguma is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Khariguma is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Khariguma

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khariguma village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Khariguma

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khariguma village are given below:

FAQs about Khariguma