Khodakund Village - Boipariguda, Koraput
Khodakund is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Dandabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khodakund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khodakund is 429496. The village falls under the 764043 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Khodakund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khodakund
As per Census 2011, Khodakund village has a total population of 125 people, consisting of 59 males and 66 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 1,118 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 23 literate and 102 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khodakund are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 125 | 59 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 21 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 38 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Khodakund
Khodakund 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 Khodakund
Khodakund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jeypur to Khodakund is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Khodakund is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khodakund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khodakund 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 Khodakund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khodakund 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 Khodakund
Where is Khodakund located?
Khodakund village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khodakund?
The Gram Panchayat of Khodakund is Dandabadi.
What is the pincode of Khodakund?
The pincode of Khodakund is 764043.
What is the population of Khodakund?
Khodakund has a total population of 125, including 59 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Khodakund?
There are 31 households in Khodakund.
What is the literacy rate in Khodakund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khodakund is 18.40%. Male literacy is 35.59% and female literacy is 3.03%.