Khuntubandha - Khandapada, Nayagarh
Khuntubandha is a village situated in the Khandapada tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khandapada and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Singhapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khuntubandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuntubandha is 406023. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 752077 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Khuntubandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khandapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khuntubandha
As per Census 2011, Khuntubandha village has a total population of 391 people, consisting of 205 males and 186 females. The village has 100 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 263 literate and 128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 77 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khuntubandha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 391 | 205 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 155 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 50 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Khuntubandha
Khuntubandha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Madhabereni | North-East | 1.05 km |
| Bedanki | West | 1.11 km |
| Kotapokhari | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Singhapada | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Harichandanpur | East | 1.70 km |
| Barakoli | East | 1.77 km |
| Kismatabaraganda | West | 1.83 km |
| Kadua | North | 1.93 km |
| Baraganda | West | 2.20 km |
| Kunjabehariprasad | West | 2.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khuntubandha
Khuntubandha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bhusandpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Nayagarh to Khuntubandha is about 30 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 Khuntubandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuntubandha 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khuntubandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuntubandha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khuntubandha
Where is Khuntubandha located?
Khuntubandha village is located in Khandapada Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuntubandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Khuntubandha is Singhapada.
What is the pincode of Khuntubandha?
The pincode of Khuntubandha is 752077.
What is the population of Khuntubandha?
Khuntubandha has a total population of 391, including 205 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Khuntubandha?
There are 100 households in Khuntubandha.
What is the literacy rate in Khuntubandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuntubandha is 67.26%. Male literacy is 75.61% and female literacy is 58.06%.