Khilaput - Machh Kund, Koraput
Khilaput is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Thusuba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khilaput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khilaput is 429588. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 764040 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Khilaput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Khilaput
According to the 2011 Census, Khilaput village had a total population of 108 people, including 54 males and 54 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.77%, with male literacy at 71.05% and female literacy at 14.63%.
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 | 54 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 27 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 27 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Khilaput
Khilaput 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 Khilaput
Public transport in the Khilaput is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khilaput is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Khilaput is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khilaput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khilaput 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khilaput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khilaput 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 Khilaput
Where is Khilaput located?
Khilaput village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khilaput?
The Gram Panchayat of Khilaput is Thusuba.
What is the pincode of Khilaput?
The pincode of Khilaput is 764040.
What is the population of Khilaput?
Khilaput had a total population of 108, including 54 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Khilaput?
Khilaput had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khilaput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khilaput was 41.77%. Male literacy was 71.05% and female literacy was 14.63%.