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.
Khuntia has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Khuntia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khuntia village:
- The total population of Khuntia village is around 2,909, including approximately 1,485 males and 1,424 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 420 children aged 0–6 years in Khuntia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khuntia village has 683 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,214 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khuntia village is about 40.53%, with male literacy at 52.93% and female literacy at 27.60%.
- There are around 750 households in Khuntia village.
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%.