Khajurai - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Khajurai is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from Nuagaon and around 50 km from Chatrapur. Bijaya Laxminarayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khajurai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khajurai is 412968. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 761010 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Khajurai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khajurai
As per Census 2011, Khajurai village has a total population of 82 people, consisting of 38 males and 44 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 1,157 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 39 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khajurai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 17 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Khajurai
Khajurai 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 Khajurai
Public transport in the Khajurai 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 Khajurai is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Khajurai is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khajurai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khajurai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khajurai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khajurai 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 Khajurai
Where is Khajurai located?
Khajurai village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khajurai?
The Gram Panchayat of Khajurai is Bijaya Laxminarayanpur.
What is the pincode of Khajurai?
The pincode of Khajurai is 761010.
What is the population of Khajurai?
Khajurai has a total population of 82, including 38 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Khajurai?
There are 18 households in Khajurai.
What is the literacy rate in Khajurai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khajurai is 47.56%. Male literacy is 55.26% and female literacy is 40.91%.