Khilakantia - Brahmagiri, Puri
Khilakantia is a village situated in the Brahmagiri tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmagiri and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Bentapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khilakantia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khilakantia is 410010. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 752011 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Khilakantia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khilakantia
According to the 2011 Census, Khilakantia village had a total population of 108 people, including 52 males and 56 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.89%, with male literacy at 76.60% and female literacy at 79.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 108 | 52 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 16 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Khilakantia
Khilakantia 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 Khilakantia
Khilakantia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Puri to Khilakantia is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Khilakantia is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khilakantia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khilakantia 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 Khilakantia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khilakantia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khilakantia
Where is Khilakantia located?
Khilakantia village is located in Brahmagiri Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khilakantia?
The Gram Panchayat of Khilakantia is Bentapur.
What is the pincode of Khilakantia?
The pincode of Khilakantia is 752011.
What is the population of Khilakantia?
Khilakantia had a total population of 108, including 52 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Khilakantia?
Khilakantia had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khilakantia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khilakantia was 77.89%. Male literacy was 76.60% and female literacy was 79.17%.