Khemundugura - Nandapur, Koraput
Khemundugura is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Khemunduguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khemundugura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khemundugura is 429903. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Khemundugura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khemundugura
According to the 2011 Census, Khemundugura village had a total population of 264 people, including 150 males and 114 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 760 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.71%, with male literacy at 82.11% and female literacy at 34.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 133.
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 | 264 | 150 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 27 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 86 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 101 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 49 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Khemundugura
Khemundugura 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 Khemundugura
Public transport in the Khemundugura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Khemundugura is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Khemundugura is about 55 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 Khemundugura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khemundugura 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khemundugura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khemundugura 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 Khemundugura
Where is Khemundugura located?
Khemundugura village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khemundugura?
The Gram Panchayat of Khemundugura is Khemunduguda.
What is the pincode of Khemundugura?
The pincode of Khemundugura is 764037.
What is the population of Khemundugura?
Khemundugura had a total population of 264, including 150 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Khemundugura?
Khemundugura had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khemundugura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khemundugura was 60.71%. Male literacy was 82.11% and female literacy was 34.65%.