Khetrapal - Dharmasala, Jajpur
Khetrapal is a village situated in the Dharmasala tehsil of Jajpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Dharmasala and around 42 km from Jajapur . Khetrapal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khetrapal is 401355. The village covers a total geographical area of 6 hectares and falls under the 755010 pincode. Jajapur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Khetrapal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmasala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jajpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khetrapal
As per Census 2011, Khetrapal village has a total population of 1,253 people, consisting of 656 males and 597 females. The village has 285 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,015 literate and 238 illiterate residents. Additionally, 216 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khetrapal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,253 | 656 | 597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 68 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 112 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,015 | 563 | 452 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 93 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Khetrapal
Khetrapal 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 Khetrapal
Khetrapal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khetrapal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jajapur to Khetrapal is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khetrapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khetrapal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khetrapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khetrapal 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 Khetrapal
Where is Khetrapal located?
Khetrapal village is located in Dharmasala Tehsil, Jajpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khetrapal?
Khetrapal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khetrapal?
The pincode of Khetrapal is 755010.
What is the population of Khetrapal?
Khetrapal has a total population of 1,253, including 656 males and 597 females.
How many households are there in Khetrapal?
There are 285 households in Khetrapal.
What is the literacy rate in Khetrapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khetrapal is 81.01%. Male literacy is 85.82% and female literacy is 75.71%.