Khajuripada - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Khajuripada is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Khajuripada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khajuripada is 415660. The village covers a total geographical area of 360 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Khajuripada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khajuripada
As per Census 2011, Khajuripada village has a total population of 3,669 people, consisting of 1,790 males and 1,879 females. The village has 864 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 382 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,713 literate and 956 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,349 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 524 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khajuripada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,669 | 1,790 | 1,879 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 204 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,349 | 642 | 707 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 524 | 218 | 306 |
| Literate Population | 2,713 | 1,456 | 1,257 |
| Illiterate Population | 956 | 334 | 622 |
Nearby Villages of Khajuripada
Khajuripada 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 Khajuripada
Khajuripada 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 >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 Phulabani to Khajuripada is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Khajuripada is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khajuripada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khajuripada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khajuripada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khajuripada 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 Khajuripada
Where is Khajuripada located?
Khajuripada village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khajuripada?
Khajuripada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khajuripada?
The pincode of Khajuripada is 762012.
What is the population of Khajuripada?
Khajuripada has a total population of 3,669, including 1,790 males and 1,879 females.
How many households are there in Khajuripada?
There are 864 households in Khajuripada.
What is the literacy rate in Khajuripada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khajuripada is 73.94%. Male literacy is 81.34% and female literacy is 66.90%.