Khatiakudi - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Khatiakudi is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Badannala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khatiakudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatiakudi is 410179. The village covers a total geographical area of 350 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Khatiakudi 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 Khatiakudi
As per Census 2011, Khatiakudi village has a total population of 1,282 people, consisting of 666 males and 616 females. The village has 272 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 972 literate and 310 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khatiakudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,282 | 666 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 81 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 972 | 542 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 124 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Khatiakudi
Khatiakudi 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 Khatiakudi
Khatiakudi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Banapur to Khatiakudi is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Khatiakudi is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatiakudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatiakudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khatiakudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatiakudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khatiakudi
Where is Khatiakudi located?
Khatiakudi village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatiakudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khatiakudi is Badannala.
What is the pincode of Khatiakudi?
The pincode of Khatiakudi is 752032.
What is the population of Khatiakudi?
Khatiakudi has a total population of 1,282, including 666 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Khatiakudi?
There are 272 households in Khatiakudi.
What is the literacy rate in Khatiakudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatiakudi is 75.82%. Male literacy is 81.38% and female literacy is 69.81%.