Khilua - Nandapur, Koraput
Khilua is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Hikimput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khilua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khilua is 429886. The village covers a total geographical area of 188 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Khilua 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 Khilua
As per Census 2011, Khilua village has a total population of 656 people, consisting of 302 males and 354 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 1,172 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 233 literate and 423 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 403 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khilua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 656 | 302 | 354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 42 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 70 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 403 | 181 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 168 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 423 | 134 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Khilua
Khilua is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bodaligura | South-West | 0.74 km |
| Bisipur | South | 1.08 km |
| Chitalput | North | 1.23 km |
| Gaurinayakaput | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Sarbaput | West | 1.97 km |
| Hikimput | West | 2.17 km |
| Lunjingi | North-West | 2.52 km |
| Nandapur | North | 2.80 km |
| Muduliput | North-West | 3.66 km |
| Niladoraput | North-West | 3.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khilua
Public transport in the Khilua is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bheja, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Khilua is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Khilua is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khilua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khilua 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 Khilua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khilua 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khilua
Where is Khilua located?
Khilua village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khilua?
The Gram Panchayat of Khilua is Hikimput.
What is the pincode of Khilua?
The pincode of Khilua is 764037.
What is the population of Khilua?
Khilua has a total population of 656, including 302 males and 354 females.
How many households are there in Khilua?
There are 184 households in Khilua.
What is the literacy rate in Khilua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khilua is 35.52%. Male literacy is 55.63% and female literacy is 18.36%.