Khamatarai - Khariar, Nuapada
Khamatarai is a village situated in the Khariar tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khariar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Duajhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khamatarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamatarai is 422057. The village covers a total geographical area of 361 hectares and falls under the 766118 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khamatarai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khamatarai
As per Census 2011, Khamatarai village has a total population of 1,210 people, consisting of 611 males and 599 females. The village has 292 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 616 literate and 594 illiterate residents. Additionally, 307 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 745 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khamatarai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,210 | 611 | 599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 92 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 160 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 745 | 373 | 372 |
| Literate Population | 616 | 373 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 594 | 238 | 356 |
Nearby Villages of Khamatarai
Khamatarai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Samserpadar | North-West | 1.42 km |
| Mahulkot | South-West | 1.65 km |
| Duajhar | North | 2.16 km |
| Sardhapur | East | 2.69 km |
| Samadpadar | South-West | 2.77 km |
| Junapani | South-West | 3.44 km |
| Dhanksar | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Gudabheli | North | 3.73 km |
| Mankarchuan | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Bhairajpur | North-West | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khamatarai
Khamatarai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kantabanji, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khariar Road to Khamatarai is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Khamatarai is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamatarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamatarai 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khamatarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamatarai 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 Khamatarai
Where is Khamatarai located?
Khamatarai village is located in Khariar Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamatarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Khamatarai is Duajhar.
What is the pincode of Khamatarai?
The pincode of Khamatarai is 766118.
What is the population of Khamatarai?
Khamatarai has a total population of 1,210, including 611 males and 599 females.
How many households are there in Khamatarai?
There are 292 households in Khamatarai.
What is the literacy rate in Khamatarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamatarai is 50.91%. Male literacy is 61.05% and female literacy is 40.57%.