Khejuria - Kusumi, Mayurbhanj
Khejuria is a village situated in the Kusumi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Rairangpur and around 97 km from Baripada. Sanpakhana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khejuria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khejuria is 388251. The village covers a total geographical area of 214 hectares and falls under the 757042 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Khejuria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khejuria
According to the 2011 Census, Khejuria village had a total population of 633 people, including 314 males and 319 females, living in 149 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.11%, with male literacy at 78.35% and female literacy at 43.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 56, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 329.
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 | 633 | 314 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 60 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 329 | 159 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 199 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 115 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Khejuria
Khejuria 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 Khejuria
Khejuria is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khejuria.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Khejuria is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Khejuria is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khejuria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khejuria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khejuria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khejuria 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 Khejuria
Where is Khejuria located?
Khejuria village is located in Kusumi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khejuria?
The Gram Panchayat of Khejuria is Sanpakhana.
What is the pincode of Khejuria?
The pincode of Khejuria is 757042.
What is the population of Khejuria?
Khejuria had a total population of 633, including 314 males and 319 females.
How many households are there in Khejuria?
Khejuria had 149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khejuria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khejuria was 60.11%. Male literacy was 78.35% and female literacy was 43.57%.