Khatadi - Purushottampur, Ganjam
Khatadi is a village situated in the Purushottampur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Purusottampur and around 40 km from Chatrapur. Samma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khatadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatadi is 412181. The village covers a total geographical area of 254 hectares and falls under the 761018 pincode. Purusottampur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Khatadi 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 Khatadi
According to the 2011 Census, Khatadi village had a total population of 1,783 people, including 944 males and 839 females, living in 354 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.63%, with male literacy at 86.08% and female literacy at 70.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 802.
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 | 1,783 | 944 | 839 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 125 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 802 | 426 | 376 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,229 | 705 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 554 | 239 | 315 |
Nearby Villages of Khatadi
Khatadi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Deulapalli | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Achuliaphasipada | East | 2.11 km |
| Karanjhara | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Bilipada | North-East | 2.33 km |
| Karandapalli | South-West | 2.39 km |
| Sikula | West | 2.39 km |
| Ranigam | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Chingudighai | North | 2.70 km |
| Nandapur | South-East | 2.90 km |
| Barabaragan | South | 2.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khatadi
Khatadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rambha, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purusottampur to Khatadi is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Khatadi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khatadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khatadi
Where is Khatadi located?
Khatadi village is located in Purushottampur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khatadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khatadi is Samma.
What is the pincode of Khatadi?
The pincode of Khatadi is 761018.
What is the population of Khatadi?
Khatadi had a total population of 1,783, including 944 males and 839 females.
How many households are there in Khatadi?
Khatadi had 354 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khatadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatadi was 78.63%. Male literacy was 86.08% and female literacy was 70.43%.