Khalaguda - Khairput, Malkangiri
Khalaguda is a village situated in the Khairput tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from Mudulipada and around 65 km from Malkangiri . Andrahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalaguda is 430561. The village covers a total geographical area of 286 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Khalaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khalaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Khalaguda village had a total population of 254 people, including 110 males and 144 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,309 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 18.42%, with male literacy at 19.32% and female literacy at 17.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 253.
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 | 254 | 110 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 22 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 253 | 110 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 93 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Khalaguda
Khalaguda 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 Khalaguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khalaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Khalaguda is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Khalaguda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalaguda 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 Khalaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalaguda 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 Khalaguda
Where is Khalaguda located?
Khalaguda village is located in Khairput Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khalaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalaguda is Andrahal.
What is the pincode of Khalaguda?
The pincode of Khalaguda is 764052.
What is the population of Khalaguda?
Khalaguda had a total population of 254, including 110 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Khalaguda?
Khalaguda had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalaguda was 18.42%. Male literacy was 19.32% and female literacy was 17.65%.