Khasua - Kodala, Ganjam
Khasua is a village situated in the Kodala tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 65 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kodala and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Sandhamula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khasua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khasua is 411646. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 761035 pincode. Kodala is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Khasua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khasua
As per Census 2011, Khasua village has a total population of 277 people, consisting of 140 males and 137 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 99 literate and 178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 96 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khasua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 277 | 140 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 64 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 76 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Khasua
Khasua 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 Khasua
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khasua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Kodala to Khasua is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Khasua is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khasua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khasua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khasua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khasua 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 Khasua
Where is Khasua located?
Khasua village is located in Kodala Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khasua?
The Gram Panchayat of Khasua is Sandhamula.
What is the pincode of Khasua?
The pincode of Khasua is 761035.
What is the population of Khasua?
Khasua has a total population of 277, including 140 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Khasua?
There are 73 households in Khasua.
What is the literacy rate in Khasua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khasua is 35.74%. Male literacy is 45.71% and female literacy is 25.55%.