Khandala - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Khandala 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 48 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Nakrundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khandala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandala is 424303. The village covers a total geographical area of 9 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Khandala 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 Khandala
According to the 2011 Census, Khandala village had a total population of 56 people, including 27 males and 29 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.58%, with male literacy at 17.39% and female literacy at 12.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 52.
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 | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 23 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Khandala
Khandala 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 Khandala
Public transport in the Khandala is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Khandala is about 48 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 Khandala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandala 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 Khandala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khandala
Where is Khandala located?
Khandala village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandala?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandala is Nakrundi.
What is the pincode of Khandala?
The pincode of Khandala is 766037.
What is the population of Khandala?
Khandala had a total population of 56, including 27 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Khandala?
Khandala had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandala was 14.58%. Male literacy was 17.39% and female literacy was 12.00%.