Khakesh - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Khakesh is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Tala-ambpadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khakesh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khakesh is 424360. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Khakesh 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 Khakesh
As per Census 2011, Khakesh village has a total population of 269 people, consisting of 134 males and 135 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 71 literate and 198 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 240 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khakesh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 269 | 134 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 240 | 119 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 52 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 82 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Khakesh
Khakesh 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 Khakesh
Khakesh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Khakesh is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khakesh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khakesh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khakesh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khakesh 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 Khakesh
Where is Khakesh located?
Khakesh village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khakesh?
The Gram Panchayat of Khakesh is Tala-ambpadar.
What is the pincode of Khakesh?
The pincode of Khakesh is 766037.
What is the population of Khakesh?
Khakesh has a total population of 269, including 134 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Khakesh?
There are 62 households in Khakesh.
What is the literacy rate in Khakesh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khakesh is 26.39%. Male literacy is 38.81% and female literacy is 14.07%.