Kherna - Suliapada, Mayurbhanj
Kherna is a village situated in the Suliapada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Suliapada and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Dhatika serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kherna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherna is 389872. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 757022 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kherna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kherna
According to the 2011 Census, Kherna village had a total population of 698 people, including 350 males and 348 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.99%, with male literacy at 88.47% and female literacy at 54.98%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 113.
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 | 698 | 350 | 348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 29 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 56 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 455 | 284 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 66 | 177 |
Nearby Villages of Kherna
Kherna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balisulia | South-East | 0.80 km |
| Chianapada | North | 1.56 km |
| Badsul | North-East | 1.58 km |
| Sanbhalia | North-West | 1.70 km |
| Kaltiasamilkadakusmi | West | 1.86 km |
| Chauldahani | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Badbhalia | North-West | 2.38 km |
| Badbangan | North | 2.63 km |
| Salbani | East | 2.75 km |
| Naupada | West | 3.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kherna
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kherna. The nearest railway station is Krishnachandrapur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.6 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 Baripada to Kherna is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kherna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherna 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kherna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherna 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 Kherna
Where is Kherna located?
Kherna village is located in Suliapada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kherna?
The Gram Panchayat of Kherna is Dhatika.
What is the pincode of Kherna?
The pincode of Kherna is 757022.
What is the population of Kherna?
Kherna had a total population of 698, including 350 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Kherna?
Kherna had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kherna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherna was 71.99%. Male literacy was 88.47% and female literacy was 54.98%.