Khuntia - Kokasara, Kalahandi
Khuntia is a village situated in the Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokasara and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Khuntia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuntia is 423993. The village covers a total geographical area of 784 hectares and falls under the 766103 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khuntia 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 Khuntia
As per Census 2011, Khuntia village has a total population of 2,909 people, consisting of 1,485 males and 1,424 females. The village has 750 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 420 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,179 literate and 1,730 illiterate residents. Additionally, 683 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,214 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khuntia are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Khuntia
Khuntia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sardhapur | South | 2.13 km |
| Tentulipada | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Khaparamal | South-East | 2.34 km |
| Parla | North | 2.81 km |
| Sargiguda | East | 3.47 km |
| Jayantapur | West | 3.49 km |
| Behera | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Ghumer | North-East | 4.19 km |
| Musapali | South-East | 4.59 km |
| Lachhipur | North | 4.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khuntia
Khuntia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Khuntia is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Khuntia is about 61 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 Khuntia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuntia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khuntia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuntia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khuntia
Where is Khuntia located?
Khuntia village is located in Kokasara Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuntia?
Khuntia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khuntia?
The pincode of Khuntia is 766103.
What is the population of Khuntia?
Khuntia has a total population of 2,909, including 1,485 males and 1,424 females.
How many households are there in Khuntia?
There are 750 households in Khuntia.
What is the literacy rate in Khuntia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuntia is 40.53%. Male literacy is 52.93% and female literacy is 27.60%.