Khemaguru - Khairput, Malkangiri
Khemaguru is a village situated in the Khairput tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Mudulipada and around 60 km from Malkangiri . Govindapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khemaguru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khemaguru is 430515. The village covers a total geographical area of 413 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Khemaguru 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 Khemaguru
As per Census 2011, Khemaguru village has a total population of 956 people, consisting of 406 males and 550 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 1,354 females per 1,000 males. There are 199 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 402 literate and 554 illiterate residents. Additionally, 144 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 435 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khemaguru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 956 | 406 | 550 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 78 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 144 | 69 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 435 | 159 | 276 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 203 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 554 | 203 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Khemaguru
Khemaguru 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 Khemaguru
Public transport in the Khemaguru is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jeypur to Khemaguru is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Khemaguru is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khemaguru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khemaguru 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 Khemaguru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khemaguru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khemaguru
Where is Khemaguru located?
Khemaguru village is located in Khairput Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khemaguru?
The Gram Panchayat of Khemaguru is Govindapalli.
What is the pincode of Khemaguru?
The pincode of Khemaguru is 764052.
What is the population of Khemaguru?
Khemaguru has a total population of 956, including 406 males and 550 females.
How many households are there in Khemaguru?
There are 193 households in Khemaguru.
What is the literacy rate in Khemaguru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khemaguru is 42.05%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 36.18%.