Khutuluguda - Dharamgarh, Kalahandi
Khutuluguda is a village situated in the Dharamgarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharamgarh and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bad Ghumer serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khutuluguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khutuluguda is 423980. The village covers a total geographical area of 467 hectares and falls under the 766015 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khutuluguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khutuluguda
As per Census 2011, Khutuluguda village has a total population of 1,180 people, consisting of 585 males and 595 females. The village has 341 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 173 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 685 literate and 495 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 264 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khutuluguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,180 | 585 | 595 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 173 | 95 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 45 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 264 | 127 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 685 | 397 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 495 | 188 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Khutuluguda
Khutuluguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghumer | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Ichhapur | East | 2.72 km |
| Boden | East | 2.79 km |
| Gadiajor | North | 2.92 km |
| Ainlajor | South | 2.94 km |
| Ambaguda | West | 3.25 km |
| Dabripadar | South-East | 3.65 km |
| Pipala | North-West | 3.65 km |
| Bagad | North-East | 3.71 km |
| Tentulipada | South-West | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khutuluguda
Khutuluguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Junagarh to Khutuluguda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Khutuluguda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khutuluguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khutuluguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khutuluguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khutuluguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khutuluguda
Where is Khutuluguda located?
Khutuluguda village is located in Dharamgarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khutuluguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Khutuluguda is Bad Ghumer.
What is the pincode of Khutuluguda?
The pincode of Khutuluguda is 766015.
What is the population of Khutuluguda?
Khutuluguda has a total population of 1,180, including 585 males and 595 females.
How many households are there in Khutuluguda?
There are 341 households in Khutuluguda.
What is the literacy rate in Khutuluguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khutuluguda is 58.05%. Male literacy is 67.86% and female literacy is 48.40%.