Khasiguda - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Khasiguda is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khasiguda is 423890. The village covers a total geographical area of 382 hectares and falls under the 766029 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khasiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Khasiguda village had a total population of 485 people, including 245 males and 240 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.71%, with male literacy at 87.02% and female literacy at 38.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 180.
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 | 485 | 245 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 37 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 180 | 88 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 181 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 64 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Khasiguda
Khasiguda 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 Khasiguda
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Khasiguda is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Khasiguda is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Khasiguda
Where is Khasiguda located?
Khasiguda village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the pincode of Khasiguda?
The pincode of Khasiguda is 766029.
What is the population of Khasiguda?
Khasiguda had a total population of 485, including 245 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Khasiguda?
Khasiguda had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khasiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khasiguda was 62.71%. Male literacy was 87.02% and female literacy was 38.97%.