Khandualkot - Chilika, Khordha
Khandualkot is a village situated in the Chilika tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Balugaon and around 85 km from Khordha . Singheswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khandualkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandualkot is 408270. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 752030 pincode. Balugaon is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Khandualkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chilika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khandualkot
According to the 2011 Census, Khandualkot village had a total population of 108 people, including 50 males and 58 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,160 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.91%, with male literacy at 97.96% and female literacy at 84.00%.
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 | 108 | 50 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 1 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 48 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 2 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Khandualkot
Khandualkot 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 Khandualkot
Public transport in the Khandualkot is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khandualkot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balugaon to Khandualkot is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Khandualkot is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandualkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandualkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khandualkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandualkot 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khandualkot
Where is Khandualkot located?
Khandualkot village is located in Chilika Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khandualkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandualkot is Singheswar.
What is the pincode of Khandualkot?
The pincode of Khandualkot is 752030.
What is the population of Khandualkot?
Khandualkot had a total population of 108, including 50 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Khandualkot?
Khandualkot had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandualkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandualkot was 90.91%. Male literacy was 97.96% and female literacy was 84.00%.