Khamanakhola - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Khamanakhola is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Khamankhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khamanakhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamanakhola is 416495. The village covers a total geographical area of 268 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Khamanakhola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khamanakhola
As per Census 2011, Khamanakhola village has a total population of 579 people, consisting of 274 males and 305 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 1,113 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 331 literate and 248 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khamanakhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 579 | 274 | 305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 38 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 90 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 19 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 331 | 195 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 79 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Khamanakhola
Khamanakhola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raipanga | East | 1.13 km |
| Kacharlai | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Kiranagan | North | 1.68 km |
| Changurabali | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Singulagam | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Parubhata | West | 2.41 km |
| Gandakia | East | 2.41 km |
| Kilokina | North-East | 2.42 km |
| Budhakhamana | North | 2.74 km |
| Darusingula | North-West | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khamanakhola
Khamanakhola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Deogan Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.6 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 Sonapur to Khamanakhola is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Khamanakhola is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamanakhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamanakhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khamanakhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamanakhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khamanakhola
Where is Khamanakhola located?
Khamanakhola village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamanakhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Khamanakhola is Khamankhol.
What is the pincode of Khamanakhola?
The pincode of Khamanakhola is 762110.
What is the population of Khamanakhola?
Khamanakhola has a total population of 579, including 274 males and 305 females.
How many households are there in Khamanakhola?
There are 164 households in Khamanakhola.
What is the literacy rate in Khamanakhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamanakhola is 57.17%. Male literacy is 71.17% and female literacy is 44.59%.