Khanijipur - Gop, Puri
Khanijipur is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Dhumala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khanijipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khanijipur is 409396. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 752107 pincode. Konark is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khanijipur 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 Khanijipur
As per Census 2011, Khanijipur village has a total population of 1,107 people, consisting of 565 males and 542 females. The village has 230 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 815 literate and 292 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khanijipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,107 | 565 | 542 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 69 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 46 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 815 | 445 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 120 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Khanijipur
Khanijipur 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 Khanijipur
Khanijipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Khanijipur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Khanijipur is about 45 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 Khanijipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khanijipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khanijipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khanijipur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khanijipur
Where is Khanijipur located?
Khanijipur village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khanijipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khanijipur is Dhumala.
What is the pincode of Khanijipur?
The pincode of Khanijipur is 752107.
What is the population of Khanijipur?
Khanijipur has a total population of 1,107, including 565 males and 542 females.
How many households are there in Khanijipur?
There are 230 households in Khanijipur.
What is the literacy rate in Khanijipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khanijipur is 73.62%. Male literacy is 78.76% and female literacy is 68.27%.