Khukundiapalli - Dharakote, Ganjam
Khukundiapalli is a village situated in the Dharakote tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Gangapur and around 88 km from Chatrapur. Singipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khukundiapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khukundiapalli is 410748. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 761123 pincode. Asika is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Khukundiapalli 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 Khukundiapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Khukundiapalli village had a total population of 80 people, including 34 males and 46 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,353 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.71%, with male literacy at 44.44% and female literacy at 30.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 67.
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 | 80 | 34 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 28 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 22 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Khukundiapalli
Khukundiapalli 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 Khukundiapalli
Khukundiapalli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Khukundiapalli is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Khukundiapalli is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khukundiapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khukundiapalli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khukundiapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khukundiapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khukundiapalli
Where is Khukundiapalli located?
Khukundiapalli village is located in Dharakote Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khukundiapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Khukundiapalli is Singipur.
What is the pincode of Khukundiapalli?
The pincode of Khukundiapalli is 761123.
What is the population of Khukundiapalli?
Khukundiapalli had a total population of 80, including 34 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Khukundiapalli?
Khukundiapalli had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khukundiapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khukundiapalli was 35.71%. Male literacy was 44.44% and female literacy was 30.23%.