Khaparaganda - Polasara, Ganjam
Khaparaganda is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Rumagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaparaganda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaparaganda is 411591. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khaparaganda 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 Khaparaganda
As per Census 2011, Khaparaganda village has a total population of 393 people, consisting of 205 males and 188 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 272 literate and 121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khaparaganda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 393 | 205 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 155 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 50 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Khaparaganda
Khaparaganda 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 Khaparaganda
Khaparaganda 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 Polasara to Khaparaganda is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Khaparaganda is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khaparaganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaparaganda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khaparaganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaparaganda 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 Khaparaganda
Where is Khaparaganda located?
Khaparaganda village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaparaganda?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaparaganda is Rumagada.
What is the pincode of Khaparaganda?
The pincode of Khaparaganda is 761118.
What is the population of Khaparaganda?
Khaparaganda has a total population of 393, including 205 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Khaparaganda?
There are 82 households in Khaparaganda.
What is the literacy rate in Khaparaganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaparaganda is 69.21%. Male literacy is 75.61% and female literacy is 62.23%.