Khalpada - Karanjia, Mayurbhanj
Khalpada is a village situated in the Karanjia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanjia and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Dudhiani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalpada is 388933. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 757036 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Khalpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khalpada
According to the 2011 Census, Khalpada village had a total population of 438 people, including 220 males and 218 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.01%, with male literacy at 35.71% and female literacy at 26.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 426.
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 | 438 | 220 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 38 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 426 | 214 | 212 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 65 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 155 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Khalpada
Khalpada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anlakata | North | 1.03 km |
| Rangamatia | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Dudhiani | North | 1.92 km |
| Budhigan | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Ranibholorofkalodar | North | 2.74 km |
| Sanramchandrapur | West | 3.11 km |
| Burudihi | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Pahadpur | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Kadalibadi | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Jalada | North | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khalpada
Khalpada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sitabanji, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.5 km.
| 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 Karanjia to Khalpada is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Khalpada is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khalpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalpada 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 Khalpada
Where is Khalpada located?
Khalpada village is located in Karanjia Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalpada is Dudhiani.
What is the pincode of Khalpada?
The pincode of Khalpada is 757036.
What is the population of Khalpada?
Khalpada had a total population of 438, including 220 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Khalpada?
Khalpada had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalpada was 31.01%. Male literacy was 35.71% and female literacy was 26.14%.