Khetapaju - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Khetapaju is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Balaskumpa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khetapaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khetapaju is 415680. The village covers a total geographical area of 165 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khetapaju 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 Khetapaju
According to the 2011 Census, Khetapaju village had a total population of 250 people, including 118 males and 132 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,119 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.95%, with male literacy at 72.28% and female literacy at 40.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 135, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 115.
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 | 250 | 118 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 135 | 61 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 57 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 73 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 45 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Khetapaju
Khetapaju 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 Khetapaju
Khetapaju 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Khetapaju is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Khetapaju is about 15 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 Khetapaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khetapaju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khetapaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khetapaju 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 Khetapaju
Where is Khetapaju located?
Khetapaju village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khetapaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Khetapaju is Balaskumpa.
What is the pincode of Khetapaju?
The pincode of Khetapaju is 762012.
What is the population of Khetapaju?
Khetapaju had a total population of 250, including 118 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Khetapaju?
Khetapaju had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khetapaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khetapaju was 54.95%. Male literacy was 72.28% and female literacy was 40.50%.