Khaliabhata - Jayapatna, Kalahandi
Khaliabhata is a village situated in the Jayapatna tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jayapatna and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Khaliabhata village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaliabhata is 424083. The village covers a total geographical area of 393 hectares and falls under the 766017 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Khaliabhata 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 Khaliabhata
As per Census 2011, Khaliabhata village has a total population of 1,450 people, consisting of 723 males and 727 females. The village has 377 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 688 literate and 762 illiterate residents. Additionally, 403 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 738 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khaliabhata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,450 | 723 | 727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 100 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 403 | 198 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 738 | 377 | 361 |
| Literate Population | 688 | 446 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 762 | 277 | 485 |
Nearby Villages of Khaliabhata
Khaliabhata 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 Khaliabhata
Khaliabhata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Khaliabhata is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Khaliabhata is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khaliabhata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaliabhata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khaliabhata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaliabhata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khaliabhata
Where is Khaliabhata located?
Khaliabhata village is located in Jayapatna Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaliabhata?
Khaliabhata is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khaliabhata?
The pincode of Khaliabhata is 766017.
What is the population of Khaliabhata?
Khaliabhata has a total population of 1,450, including 723 males and 727 females.
How many households are there in Khaliabhata?
There are 377 households in Khaliabhata.
What is the literacy rate in Khaliabhata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaliabhata is 47.45%. Male literacy is 61.69% and female literacy is 33.29%.