Khududi - Chikiti, Ganjam
Khududi is a village situated in the Chikiti tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 41 km from Nuagaon and around 61 km from Chatrapur. K.nuagam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khududi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khududi is 413002. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 761010 pincode. Chikiti is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Khududi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khududi
According to the 2011 Census, Khududi village had a total population of 336 people, including 150 males and 186 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,240 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.74%, with male literacy at 66.13% and female literacy at 49.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 336 | 150 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 82 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 68 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Khududi
Khududi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kampanuagam | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Kalingadala | West | 2.46 km |
| Dabarasingi | West | 2.97 km |
| Jakara | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Koliala | South-West | 3.15 km |
| Birasinghalaxminarayanpur | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Tentiapada | West | 3.32 km |
| Kharnipada | South | 3.82 km |
| Manikayapur | North-West | 3.92 km |
| Gadagovindapur | South-West | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khududi
Khududi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Surla Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 135.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chikiti to Khududi is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Khududi 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 Khududi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khududi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khududi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khududi 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 Khududi
Where is Khududi located?
Khududi village is located in Chikiti Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khududi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khududi is K.nuagam.
What is the pincode of Khududi?
The pincode of Khududi is 761010.
What is the population of Khududi?
Khududi had a total population of 336, including 150 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Khududi?
Khududi had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khududi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khududi was 56.74%. Male literacy was 66.13% and female literacy was 49.37%.