Khadikasol - Udala, Mayurbhanj
Khadikasol is a village situated in the Udala tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udala and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Sridamchandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khadikasol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadikasol is 391006. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 757087 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Khadikasol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khadikasol
According to the 2011 Census, Khadikasol village had a total population of 443 people, including 247 males and 196 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 794 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.75%, with male literacy at 68.18% and female literacy at 39.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 390.
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 | 443 | 247 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 27 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 390 | 214 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 150 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 97 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Khadikasol
Khadikasol 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 Khadikasol
Khadikasol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Khadikasol is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Khadikasol is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khadikasol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadikasol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khadikasol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadikasol 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khadikasol
Where is Khadikasol located?
Khadikasol village is located in Udala Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khadikasol?
The Gram Panchayat of Khadikasol is Sridamchandrapur.
What is the pincode of Khadikasol?
The pincode of Khadikasol is 757087.
What is the population of Khadikasol?
Khadikasol had a total population of 443, including 247 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Khadikasol?
Khadikasol had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khadikasol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadikasol was 55.75%. Male literacy was 68.18% and female literacy was 39.77%.