Khuntapal - Badasahi, Mayurbhanj

Khuntapal is a village situated in the Badasahi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Barsahi and around 38 km from Baripada. Badasahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khuntapal village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuntapal is 390678. The village covers a total geographical area of 325 hectares and falls under the 757026 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.

Khuntapal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badasahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Khuntapal

According to the 2011 Census, Khuntapal village had a total population of 1,042 people, including 518 males and 524 females, living in 250 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.72%, with male literacy at 71.52% and female literacy at 49.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 141, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 304.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Khuntapal

Khuntapal 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Khuntapal

Khuntapal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Betnoti, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.0 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Khuntapal is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Khuntapal is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Khuntapal

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuntapal village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Khuntapal

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuntapal village are given below:

FAQs about Khuntapal