Khariapada - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Khariapada is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Raikala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khariapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khariapada is 415823. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khariapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khariapada
According to the 2011 Census, Khariapada village had a total population of 455 people, including 207 males and 248 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 1,198 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.89%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 46.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 301.
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 | 455 | 207 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 301 | 137 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 140 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 67 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Khariapada
Khariapada 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 Khariapada
Khariapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Khariapada is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Khariapada is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khariapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khariapada 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Khariapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khariapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khariapada
Where is Khariapada located?
Khariapada village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khariapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Khariapada is Raikala.
What is the pincode of Khariapada?
The pincode of Khariapada is 762100.
What is the population of Khariapada?
Khariapada had a total population of 455, including 207 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Khariapada?
Khariapada had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khariapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khariapada was 62.89%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 46.70%.