Khalakata - Gop, Puri
Khalakata is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Ramachandi and around 22 km from Puri. Sutan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalakata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalakata is 409540. The village covers a total geographical area of 1499 hectares and falls under the 752111 pincode. Konark is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Khalakata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khalakata
According to the 2011 Census, Khalakata village had a total population of 1,585 people, including 805 males and 780 females, living in 295 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.48%, with male literacy at 83.05% and female literacy at 71.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 49.
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 | 1,585 | 805 | 780 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 103 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,077 | 583 | 494 |
| Illiterate Population | 508 | 222 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Khalakata
Khalakata 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 Khalakata
Khalakata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Konark to Khalakata is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Khalakata 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 Khalakata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalakata 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khalakata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalakata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khalakata
Where is Khalakata located?
Khalakata village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khalakata?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalakata is Sutan.
What is the pincode of Khalakata?
The pincode of Khalakata is 752111.
What is the population of Khalakata?
Khalakata had a total population of 1,585, including 805 males and 780 females.
How many households are there in Khalakata?
Khalakata had 295 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalakata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalakata was 77.48%. Male literacy was 83.05% and female literacy was 71.80%.