Khandikuti - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Khandikuti is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from Phulabani and around 30 km from Phulbani. Sudrukumpa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khandikuti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandikuti is 415342. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 762023 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Khandikuti 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 Khandikuti
According to the 2011 Census, Khandikuti village had a total population of 47 people, including 22 males and 25 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 1,136 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 57.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 6 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Khandikuti
Khandikuti 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 Khandikuti
Public transport in the Khandikuti is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Khandikuti is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Khandikuti is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandikuti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandikuti 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 Khandikuti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandikuti 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 Khandikuti
Where is Khandikuti located?
Khandikuti village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandikuti?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandikuti is Sudrukumpa.
What is the pincode of Khandikuti?
The pincode of Khandikuti is 762023.
What is the population of Khandikuti?
Khandikuti had a total population of 47, including 22 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Khandikuti?
Khandikuti had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandikuti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandikuti was 75.00%. Male literacy was 94.12% and female literacy was 57.89%.