Khajurikhaman - Raikia, Kandhamal
Khajurikhaman is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Badabarba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khajurikhaman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khajurikhaman is 417646. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Khajurikhaman 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 Khajurikhaman
According to the 2011 Census, Khajurikhaman village had a total population of 45 people, including 23 males and 22 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.76%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 43.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 45.
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 | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 9 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Khajurikhaman
Khajurikhaman 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ganiamentu | North-East | 0.71 km |
| Sikriguda | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Naipeta | North | 1.80 km |
| Gandharibhuin | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Naringipali | East | 1.98 km |
| Dakapanga | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Kanasaru | South | 3.25 km |
| Mulukumaha | North | 4.05 km |
| Pipalabadi | East | 4.19 km |
| Barada | South-East | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khajurikhaman
Public transport in the Khajurikhaman is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Khajurikhaman is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Khajurikhaman is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khajurikhaman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khajurikhaman 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 Khajurikhaman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khajurikhaman 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 Khajurikhaman
Where is Khajurikhaman located?
Khajurikhaman village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khajurikhaman?
The Gram Panchayat of Khajurikhaman is Badabarba.
What is the pincode of Khajurikhaman?
The pincode of Khajurikhaman is 762101.
What is the population of Khajurikhaman?
Khajurikhaman had a total population of 45, including 23 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Khajurikhaman?
Khajurikhaman had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khajurikhaman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khajurikhaman was 61.76%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 43.75%.