Khutuluguda - Kokasara, Kalahandi
Khutuluguda is a village situated in the Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokasara and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Moter serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khutuluguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khutuluguda is 424028. The village covers a total geographical area of 266 hectares and falls under the 766017 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Khutuluguda 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 Khutuluguda
According to the 2011 Census, Khutuluguda village had a total population of 833 people, including 434 males and 399 females, living in 231 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.29%, with male literacy at 71.05% and female literacy at 36.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 298.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 833 | 434 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 61 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 298 | 145 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 265 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 441 | 169 | 272 |
Nearby Villages of Khutuluguda
Khutuluguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Batiguda | West | 1.90 km |
| Jalatamunda | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Matualguda | South | 2.81 km |
| Badatemari | East | 2.82 km |
| Moter | North | 3.15 km |
| Thelkomunda | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Madhupur | South-West | 3.95 km |
| Dangari Guda | West | 4.07 km |
| Kadopadar | West | 4.12 km |
| Phupgaon | South-West | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khutuluguda
Khutuluguda 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 48.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khutuluguda is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Khutuluguda is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khutuluguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khutuluguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khutuluguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khutuluguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khutuluguda
Where is Khutuluguda located?
Khutuluguda village is located in Kokasara Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khutuluguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Khutuluguda is Moter.
What is the pincode of Khutuluguda?
The pincode of Khutuluguda is 766017.
What is the population of Khutuluguda?
Khutuluguda had a total population of 833, including 434 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Khutuluguda?
Khutuluguda had 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khutuluguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khutuluguda was 54.29%. Male literacy was 71.05% and female literacy was 36.39%.