Kholpala
Kholpala is a village located in Kegaon tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 47km away from sub-district headquarter Kegaon (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Gurjung is the gram panchayat of Kholpala village.
Here you can discover what makes Kholpala unique in its vibrant Kegaon-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Kholpala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kholpala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kholpala is 423589. The village spans a total geographical area of 276 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766036. Khariar Road is nearest town to Kholpala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kholpala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kholpala
Population of Kholpala
According to the 2011 Census, Kholpala has a total population of about 671, with approximately 350 males and 321 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 85 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 112 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 379. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.38%, with male literacy at about 72.00% and female literacy near 41.43%. There are around 168 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kholpala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 671 | 350 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 64 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 379 | 189 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 252 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 98 | 188 |
Connectivity of Kholpala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kholpala. As per the 2011 stats, Kholpala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kholpala
Knowing the nearby villages of Kholpala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kholpala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kholpala
- Where is Kholpala located?
- Kholpala village is situated in Kegaon Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kholpala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kholpala is Gurjung (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kholpala?
- The pincode of Kholpala is 766036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kholpala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kholpala is 671, with 350 males and 321 females.
- How many households are there in Kholpala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kholpala village has a total of 168 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kholpala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kholpala is 57.38%. The male literacy rate is 72.00%, while the female literacy rate is 41.43%.