Khontamal
Khontamal is a village located in Laikera tehsil of Jharsuguda district in Odisha, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Laikera (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Jharsuguda. As per 2009 stats, Khuntamal is the gram panchayat of Khontamal village.
Khontamal has its own place in the vibrant Jharsuguda region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khontamal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khontamal is 381201. The village spans a total geographical area of 1033 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768215. Jharsuguda is nearest town to Khontamal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
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Population of Khontamal
Below is a concise population overview of Khontamal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,732 | 797 | 935 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 73 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 135 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 806 | 338 | 468 |
| Literate Population | 1,130 | 565 | 565 |
| Illiterate Population | 602 | 232 | 370 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khontamal village:
- The total population of Khontamal village is around 1,732, including approximately 797 males and 935 females, with a sex ratio of 1173 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 166 children aged 0–6 years in Khontamal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khontamal village has 296 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 806 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khontamal village is about 65.24%, with male literacy at 70.89% and female literacy at 60.43%.
- There are around 410 households in Khontamal village.
Connectivity of Khontamal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khontamal. As per the 2011 stats, Khontamal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khontamal
Knowing the nearby villages of Khontamal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khontamal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khontamal
- Where is Khontamal located?
- Khontamal village is situated in Laikera Tehsil, within the Jharsuguda district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khontamal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khontamal is Khuntamal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Khontamal?
- The pincode of Khontamal is 768215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khontamal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khontamal is 1,732, with 797 males and 935 females.
- How many households are there in Khontamal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khontamal village has a total of 410 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khontamal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khontamal is 65.24%. The male literacy rate is 70.89%, while the female literacy rate is 60.43%.