Khairaputti - Dharakote, Ganjam
Khairaputti is a village situated in the Dharakote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharakote and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Mundamarai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khairaputti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khairaputti is 411330. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 761107 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Khairaputti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanakhemundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khairaputti
According to the 2011 Census, Khairaputti village had a total population of 697 people, including 345 males and 352 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.04%, with male literacy at 80.99% and female literacy at 51.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 536.
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 | 697 | 345 | 352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 61 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 536 | 262 | 274 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 230 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 115 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Khairaputti
Khairaputti 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 Khairaputti
Khairaputti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Asika to Khairaputti is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Khairaputti is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khairaputti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khairaputti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khairaputti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khairaputti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khairaputti
Where is Khairaputti located?
Khairaputti village is located in Dharakote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khairaputti?
The Gram Panchayat of Khairaputti is Mundamarai.
What is the pincode of Khairaputti?
The pincode of Khairaputti is 761107.
What is the population of Khairaputti?
Khairaputti had a total population of 697, including 345 males and 352 females.
How many households are there in Khairaputti?
Khairaputti had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khairaputti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khairaputti was 66.04%. Male literacy was 80.99% and female literacy was 51.84%.