Khura - Polasara, Ganjam
Khura is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Pandiripada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khura is 411535. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 761105 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Khura 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 Khura
As per Census 2011, Khura village has a total population of 108 people, consisting of 51 males and 57 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,117 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 65 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 108 | 51 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 2 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 51 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 42 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 9 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Khura
Khura 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 Khura
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Khura is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Khura is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khura
Where is Khura located?
Khura village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khura?
The Gram Panchayat of Khura is Pandiripada.
What is the pincode of Khura?
The pincode of Khura is 761105.
What is the population of Khura?
Khura has a total population of 108, including 51 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Khura?
There are 27 households in Khura.
What is the literacy rate in Khura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khura is 60.19%. Male literacy is 82.35% and female literacy is 40.35%.