Kholaganja - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Kholaganja is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Budhibar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kholaganja village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kholaganja is 410213. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Rambha is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Kholaganja 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 Kholaganja
According to the 2011 Census, Kholaganja village had a total population of 452 people, including 230 males and 222 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.41%, with male literacy at 92.45% and female literacy at 80.00%.
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 | 452 | 230 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 196 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 34 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Kholaganja
Kholaganja 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 Kholaganja
Kholaganja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Kholaganja.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rambha to Kholaganja is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Kholaganja is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kholaganja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kholaganja 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 Kholaganja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kholaganja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kholaganja
Where is Kholaganja located?
Kholaganja village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kholaganja?
The Gram Panchayat of Kholaganja is Budhibar.
What is the pincode of Kholaganja?
The pincode of Kholaganja is 752032.
What is the population of Kholaganja?
Kholaganja had a total population of 452, including 230 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Kholaganja?
Kholaganja had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kholaganja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kholaganja was 86.41%. Male literacy was 92.45% and female literacy was 80.00%.