Khaikhata - Polasara, Ganjam
Khaikhata is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 83 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Pandiripada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaikhata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaikhata is 411548. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 761105 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Khaikhata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khaikhata
According to the 2011 Census, Khaikhata village had a total population of 81 people, including 40 males and 41 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.54%, with male literacy at 93.55% and female literacy at 71.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
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 | 81 | 40 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 40 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 11 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Khaikhata
Khaikhata 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 Khaikhata
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Polasara to Khaikhata is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Khaikhata is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Khaikhata
Where is Khaikhata located?
Khaikhata village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khaikhata?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaikhata is Pandiripada.
What is the pincode of Khaikhata?
The pincode of Khaikhata is 761105.
What is the population of Khaikhata?
Khaikhata had a total population of 81, including 40 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Khaikhata?
Khaikhata had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khaikhata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaikhata was 82.54%. Male literacy was 93.55% and female literacy was 71.88%.