Khejurdiha - Khunta, Mayurbhanj
Khejurdiha is a village situated in the Khunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khunta and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Basipitha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khejurdiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khejurdiha is 390810. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 757019 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Khejurdiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baripada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khejurdiha
According to the 2011 Census, Khejurdiha village had a total population of 709 people, including 365 males and 344 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.31%, with male literacy at 86.52% and female literacy at 65.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 610.
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 | 709 | 365 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 46 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 610 | 314 | 296 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 276 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 89 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Khejurdiha
Khejurdiha 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 Khejurdiha
Khejurdiha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Udala to Khejurdiha is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Khejurdiha is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khejurdiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khejurdiha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khejurdiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khejurdiha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khejurdiha
Where is Khejurdiha located?
Khejurdiha village is located in Khunta Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khejurdiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Khejurdiha is Basipitha.
What is the pincode of Khejurdiha?
The pincode of Khejurdiha is 757019.
What is the population of Khejurdiha?
Khejurdiha had a total population of 709, including 365 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Khejurdiha?
Khejurdiha had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khejurdiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khejurdiha was 76.31%. Male literacy was 86.52% and female literacy was 65.81%.