Khadapanga - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Khadapanga is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Belaghar and around 150 km from Phulbani. Bilamala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khadapanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadapanga is 417090. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Khadapanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khadapanga
As per Census 2011, Khadapanga village has a total population of 310 people, consisting of 152 males and 158 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 119 literate and 191 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khadapanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 310 | 152 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 80 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 72 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Khadapanga
Khadapanga 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 Khadapanga
Public transport in the Khadapanga 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 G. Udayagiri to Khadapanga is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Khadapanga is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khadapanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadapanga 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 Khadapanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadapanga 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 Khadapanga
Where is Khadapanga located?
Khadapanga village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khadapanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Khadapanga is Bilamala.
What is the pincode of Khadapanga?
The pincode of Khadapanga is 762107.
What is the population of Khadapanga?
Khadapanga has a total population of 310, including 152 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Khadapanga?
There are 84 households in Khadapanga.
What is the literacy rate in Khadapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadapanga is 38.39%. Male literacy is 52.63% and female literacy is 24.68%.