Khendra
Khendra is a village located in Jhumpura tehsil of Kendujhar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Jhumpura (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Kendujhar. As per 2009 stats, Khendra village is also a gram panchayat.
Khendra has its own place in the vibrant Kendujhar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khendra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khendra is 385539. The village spans a total geographical area of 573 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 758031. Jhumpura is nearest town to Khendra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
As per 2019 stats, Khendra village comes under Keonjhar assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Khendra
Population of Khendra
Below is a concise population overview of Khendra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,822 | 913 | 909 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 118 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 443 | 216 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 131 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 1,158 | 673 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 664 | 240 | 424 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khendra village:
- The total population of Khendra village is around 1,822, including approximately 913 males and 909 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 228 children aged 0–6 years in Khendra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khendra village has 443 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 242 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khendra village is about 63.56%, with male literacy at 73.71% and female literacy at 53.36%.
- There are around 430 households in Khendra village.
Connectivity of Khendra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khendra. As per the 2011 stats, Khendra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khendra
Knowing the nearby villages of Khendra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khendra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khendra
- Where is Khendra located?
- Khendra village is situated in Jhumpura Tehsil, within the Kendujhar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khendra?
- Khendra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khendra?
- The pincode of Khendra is 758031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khendra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khendra is 1,822, with 913 males and 909 females.
- How many households are there in Khendra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khendra village has a total of 430 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khendra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khendra is 63.56%. The male literacy rate is 73.71%, while the female literacy rate is 53.36%.