Khajuripalli - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Khajuripalli is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Basudebapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khajuripalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khajuripalli is 412768. The village covers a total geographical area of 178 hectares and falls under the 761012 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Khajuripalli 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 Khajuripalli
As per Census 2011, Khajuripalli village has a total population of 633 people, consisting of 308 males and 325 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 1,055 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 239 literate and 394 illiterate residents. Additionally, 337 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khajuripalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 633 | 308 | 325 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 44 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 337 | 150 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 156 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 394 | 152 | 242 |
Nearby Villages of Khajuripalli
Khajuripalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Basudevpur | North-East | 0.87 km |
| Ghodapolana | South | 1.10 km |
| Turubudi | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Mareibadi | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Narasinghapur | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Chotaraipur | North | 2.01 km |
| Gudarikandha | East | 2.29 km |
| Gopalpur | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Laxminarayanpur | West | 2.57 km |
| Nuagam | South | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khajuripalli
Khajuripalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Golanthra, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 126.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Khajuripalli is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Khajuripalli is about 58 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 Khajuripalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khajuripalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khajuripalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khajuripalli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khajuripalli
Where is Khajuripalli located?
Khajuripalli village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khajuripalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Khajuripalli is Basudebapur.
What is the pincode of Khajuripalli?
The pincode of Khajuripalli is 761012.
What is the population of Khajuripalli?
Khajuripalli has a total population of 633, including 308 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Khajuripalli?
There are 144 households in Khajuripalli.
What is the literacy rate in Khajuripalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khajuripalli is 37.76%. Male literacy is 50.65% and female literacy is 25.54%.