Khambahi - Komna, Nuapada
Khambahi is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Jhagrahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khambahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khambahi is 421870. The village covers a total geographical area of 1196 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Khambahi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khambahi
As per Census 2011, Khambahi village has a total population of 873 people, consisting of 413 males and 460 females. The village has 193 households and a sex ratio of 1,113 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 304 literate and 569 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khambahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 873 | 413 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 58 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 47 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 6 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 183 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 569 | 230 | 339 |
Nearby Villages of Khambahi
Khambahi 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 Khambahi
Public transport in the Khambahi is mainly available through shared van 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 Khariar Road to Khambahi is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Khambahi is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khambahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khambahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khambahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khambahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khambahi
Where is Khambahi located?
Khambahi village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khambahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khambahi is Jhagrahi.
What is the pincode of Khambahi?
The pincode of Khambahi is 766106.
What is the population of Khambahi?
Khambahi has a total population of 873, including 413 males and 460 females.
How many households are there in Khambahi?
There are 193 households in Khambahi.
What is the literacy rate in Khambahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khambahi is 34.82%. Male literacy is 44.31% and female literacy is 26.30%.