Khuntapal - Udala, Mayurbhanj
Khuntapal is a village situated in the Udala tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udala and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Kochiladiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khuntapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuntapal is 391052. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 757041 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Khuntapal 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 Khuntapal
As per Census 2011, Khuntapal village has a total population of 1,291 people, consisting of 658 males and 633 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 158 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 892 literate and 399 illiterate residents. Additionally, 150 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 426 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khuntapal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,291 | 658 | 633 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 79 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 80 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 426 | 211 | 215 |
| Literate Population | 892 | 507 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 151 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Khuntapal
Khuntapal 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 Khuntapal
Khuntapal 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udala to Khuntapal is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Khuntapal is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuntapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuntapal 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 Khuntapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuntapal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khuntapal
Where is Khuntapal located?
Khuntapal village is located in Udala Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuntapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Khuntapal is Kochiladiha.
What is the pincode of Khuntapal?
The pincode of Khuntapal is 757041.
What is the population of Khuntapal?
Khuntapal has a total population of 1,291, including 658 males and 633 females.
How many households are there in Khuntapal?
There are 279 households in Khuntapal.
What is the literacy rate in Khuntapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuntapal is 69.09%. Male literacy is 77.05% and female literacy is 60.82%.