Khuduku - Raighar, Nabarangpur
Khuduku is a village situated in the Raighar tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 31 km from Kundei and around 125 km from Nabarangapur . Khuduku village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuduku is 427285. The village covers a total geographical area of 1040 hectares and falls under the 764074 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Khuduku village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khuduku
As per Census 2011, Khuduku village has a total population of 2,945 people, consisting of 1,502 males and 1,443 females. The village has 584 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 480 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,153 literate and 1,792 illiterate residents. Additionally, 236 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,317 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khuduku are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,945 | 1,502 | 1,443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 480 | 248 | 232 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 128 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,317 | 1,192 | 1,125 |
| Literate Population | 1,153 | 734 | 419 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,792 | 768 | 1,024 |
Nearby Villages of Khuduku
Khuduku 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kandachuan | East | 1.54 km |
| Keradihi | South | 2.37 km |
| Kandetara | North | 2.41 km |
| Kalarpara | West | 2.51 km |
| Tureidihi | South-West | 3.21 km |
| Sambalpur | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Bharandkhunta | West | 3.54 km |
| Jhariadihi | North | 3.71 km |
| Kundei | North-West | 4.32 km |
| Deobharandi | South | 4.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khuduku
Khuduku is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhamtari, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.4 km.
| 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 Khuduku is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Khuduku is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuduku
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuduku village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khuduku
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuduku village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khuduku
Where is Khuduku located?
Khuduku village is located in Raighar Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuduku?
Khuduku is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khuduku?
The pincode of Khuduku is 764074.
What is the population of Khuduku?
Khuduku has a total population of 2,945, including 1,502 males and 1,443 females.
How many households are there in Khuduku?
There are 584 households in Khuduku.
What is the literacy rate in Khuduku?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuduku is 39.15%. Male literacy is 48.87% and female literacy is 29.04%.