Khurusiapat - Mahakalapada, Kendrapara
Khurusiapat is a village situated in the Mahakalapada tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Marsaghai and around 35 km from Kendrapara . Khursia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khurusiapat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khurusiapat is 396963. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 754141 pincode. Paradip is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khurusiapat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahakalapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khurusiapat
According to the 2011 Census, Khurusiapat village had a total population of 456 people, including 230 males and 226 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.53%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 71.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 124.
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 | 456 | 230 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 62 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 331 | 187 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 43 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Khurusiapat
Khurusiapat 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 Khurusiapat
Khurusiapat is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Paradip to Khurusiapat is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Khurusiapat is about 35 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 Khurusiapat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khurusiapat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khurusiapat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khurusiapat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khurusiapat
Where is Khurusiapat located?
Khurusiapat village is located in Mahakalapada Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khurusiapat?
The Gram Panchayat of Khurusiapat is Khursia.
What is the pincode of Khurusiapat?
The pincode of Khurusiapat is 754141.
What is the population of Khurusiapat?
Khurusiapat had a total population of 456, including 230 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Khurusiapat?
Khurusiapat had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khurusiapat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khurusiapat was 81.53%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 71.29%.