Khilabadi - Surada, Ganjam
Khilabadi is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Merrikota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khilabadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khilabadi is 410830. The village covers a total geographical area of 111 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khilabadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khilabadi
As per Census 2011, Khilabadi village has a total population of 190 people, consisting of 90 males and 100 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,111 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 75 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khilabadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 190 | 90 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 55 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 35 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Khilabadi
Khilabadi 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 Khilabadi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khilabadi.
| 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 Surada to Khilabadi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Khilabadi is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khilabadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khilabadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khilabadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khilabadi 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 Khilabadi
Where is Khilabadi located?
Khilabadi village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khilabadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khilabadi is Merrikota.
What is the pincode of Khilabadi?
The pincode of Khilabadi is 761108.
What is the population of Khilabadi?
Khilabadi has a total population of 190, including 90 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Khilabadi?
There are 49 households in Khilabadi.
What is the literacy rate in Khilabadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khilabadi is 39.47%. Male literacy is 61.11% and female literacy is 20.00%.