Khuntiguda - Chandahandi, Nabarangpur
Khuntiguda is a village situated in the Chandahandi tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Chandahandi and around 123 km from Nabarangapur . Dalabeda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khuntiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuntiguda is 427501. The village covers a total geographical area of 790 hectares and falls under the 764077 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Khuntiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khuntiguda
As per Census 2011, Khuntiguda village has a total population of 322 people, consisting of 158 males and 164 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 48 literate and 274 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 57 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khuntiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 322 | 158 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 32 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 126 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Khuntiguda
Khuntiguda 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 Khuntiguda
Public transport in the Khuntiguda is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Umarkote to Khuntiguda is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Khuntiguda is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuntiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuntiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khuntiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuntiguda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khuntiguda
Where is Khuntiguda located?
Khuntiguda village is located in Chandahandi Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuntiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Khuntiguda is Dalabeda.
What is the pincode of Khuntiguda?
The pincode of Khuntiguda is 764077.
What is the population of Khuntiguda?
Khuntiguda has a total population of 322, including 158 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Khuntiguda?
There are 88 households in Khuntiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Khuntiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuntiguda is 14.91%. Male literacy is 20.25% and female literacy is 9.76%.