Khandikoti - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Khandikoti is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Bhanjanagar and around 120 km from Chatrapur. Gunduribadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khandikoti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandikoti is 410554. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 761126 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khandikoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khandikoti
According to the 2011 Census, Khandikoti village had a total population of 381 people, including 167 males and 214 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 1,281 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.39%, with male literacy at 85.23% and female literacy at 60.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 381 | 167 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 18 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 11 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 127 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 40 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Khandikoti
Khandikoti 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 Khandikoti
Khandikoti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Bhanjanagar to Khandikoti is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Khandikoti is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandikoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandikoti 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khandikoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandikoti 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khandikoti
Where is Khandikoti located?
Khandikoti village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khandikoti?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandikoti is Gunduribadi.
What is the pincode of Khandikoti?
The pincode of Khandikoti is 761126.
What is the population of Khandikoti?
Khandikoti had a total population of 381, including 167 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Khandikoti?
Khandikoti had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandikoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandikoti was 71.39%. Male literacy was 85.23% and female literacy was 60.53%.