Khirisahi - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Khirisahi is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Berhampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khirisahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirisahi is 410162. The village covers a total geographical area of 12 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Khirisahi 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 Khirisahi
As per Census 2011, Khirisahi village has a total population of 877 people, consisting of 430 males and 447 females. The village has 183 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 315 literate and 562 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khirisahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 877 | 430 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 111 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 197 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 562 | 233 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Khirisahi
Khirisahi 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 Khirisahi
Khirisahi 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 5-10 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 Khirisahi is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Khirisahi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khirisahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirisahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khirisahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirisahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khirisahi
Where is Khirisahi located?
Khirisahi village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirisahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khirisahi is Berhampur.
What is the pincode of Khirisahi?
The pincode of Khirisahi is 752032.
What is the population of Khirisahi?
Khirisahi has a total population of 877, including 430 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Khirisahi?
There are 183 households in Khirisahi.
What is the literacy rate in Khirisahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirisahi is 35.92%. Male literacy is 45.81% and female literacy is 26.40%.