Khuriguda - Khairput, Malkangiri
Khuriguda is a village situated in the Khairput tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Mudulipada and around 64 km from Malkangiri . Kadamguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khuriguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuriguda is 430530. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Khuriguda 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 Khuriguda
According to the 2011 Census, Khuriguda village had a total population of 493 people, including 257 males and 236 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.58%, with male literacy at 45.54% and female literacy at 21.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 347.
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 | 493 | 257 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 55 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 347 | 184 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 92 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 356 | 165 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Khuriguda
Khuriguda 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 Khuriguda
Public transport in the Khuriguda 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Khuriguda is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Khuriguda is about 64 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 Khuriguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuriguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khuriguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuriguda 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 Khuriguda
Where is Khuriguda located?
Khuriguda village is located in Khairput Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khuriguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Khuriguda is Kadamguda.
What is the pincode of Khuriguda?
The pincode of Khuriguda is 764052.
What is the population of Khuriguda?
Khuriguda had a total population of 493, including 257 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Khuriguda?
Khuriguda had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khuriguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuriguda was 33.58%. Male literacy was 45.54% and female literacy was 21.84%.