Khuntia
Khuntia is a village located in Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kokasara (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Khuntia village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Khuntia unique in its vibrant Kokasara-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Khuntia’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 Khuntia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khuntia is 423993. The village spans a total geographical area of 784 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766103. Junagarh is nearest town to Khuntia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Khuntia
Population of Khuntia
According to the 2011 Census, Khuntia has a total population of about 2,909, with approximately 1,485 males and 1,424 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 420 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 683 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,214. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.53%, with male literacy at about 52.93% and female literacy near 27.60%. There are around 750 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khuntia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,909 | 1,485 | 1,424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 420 | 214 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 683 | 366 | 317 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,214 | 593 | 621 |
| Literate Population | 1,179 | 786 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,730 | 699 | 1,031 |
Connectivity of Khuntia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khuntia. As per the 2011 stats, Khuntia 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khuntia
Knowing the nearby villages of Khuntia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khuntia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khuntia
- Where is Khuntia located?
- Khuntia village is situated in Kokasara Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khuntia?
- Khuntia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khuntia?
- The pincode of Khuntia is 766103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khuntia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khuntia is 2,909, with 1,485 males and 1,424 females.
- How many households are there in Khuntia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khuntia village has a total of 750 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khuntia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khuntia is 40.53%. The male literacy rate is 52.93%, while the female literacy rate is 27.60%.