Khamankhunti - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Khamankhunti is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Champadeipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khamankhunti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamankhunti is 422922. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Khamankhunti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khamankhunti
According to the 2011 Census, Khamankhunti village had a total population of 170 people, including 88 males and 82 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.47%, with male literacy at 47.76% and female literacy at 11.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 144.
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 | 170 | 88 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 76 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 32 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 56 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Khamankhunti
Khamankhunti is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khamankhunti
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khamankhunti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Khamankhunti is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Khamankhunti is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamankhunti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamankhunti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khamankhunti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamankhunti 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 Khamankhunti
Where is Khamankhunti located?
Khamankhunti village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khamankhunti?
The Gram Panchayat of Khamankhunti is Champadeipur.
What is the pincode of Khamankhunti?
The pincode of Khamankhunti is 766027.
What is the population of Khamankhunti?
Khamankhunti had a total population of 170, including 88 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Khamankhunti?
Khamankhunti had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khamankhunti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamankhunti was 30.47%. Male literacy was 47.76% and female literacy was 11.48%.