Khandia - Shamakhunta, Mayurbhanj

Khandia is a village situated in the Shamakhunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Koliana and around 22 km from Baripada. Khandia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandia is 389399. The village covers a total geographical area of 272 hectares and falls under the 757030 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.

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

Population of Khandia

According to the 2011 Census, Khandia village had a total population of 1,092 people, including 484 males and 608 females, living in 222 households. The sex ratio was 1,256 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.97%, with male literacy at 70.81% and female literacy at 56.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,020.

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

Nearby Villages of Khandia

Khandia 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 Khandia

Khandia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kuchai, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.4 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Khandia is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Khandia is about 22 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 Khandia

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

Health Facilities in Khandia

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

FAQs about Khandia