Kholamuhan - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Kholamuhan 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 Kholamuhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kholamuhan is 410211. The village covers a total geographical area of 220 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Rambha is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Kholamuhan 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 Kholamuhan
According to the 2011 Census, Kholamuhan village had a total population of 350 people, including 169 males and 181 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.45%, with male literacy at 91.49% and female literacy at 77.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 350.
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 | 350 | 169 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 28 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 350 | 169 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 129 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 40 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Kholamuhan
Kholamuhan 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 Kholamuhan
Kholamuhan 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 Rambha to Kholamuhan is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Kholamuhan 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 Kholamuhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kholamuhan 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 Kholamuhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kholamuhan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kholamuhan
Where is Kholamuhan located?
Kholamuhan village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kholamuhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kholamuhan is Badannala.
What is the pincode of Kholamuhan?
The pincode of Kholamuhan is 752032.
What is the population of Kholamuhan?
Kholamuhan had a total population of 350, including 169 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Kholamuhan?
Kholamuhan had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kholamuhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kholamuhan was 84.45%. Male literacy was 91.49% and female literacy was 77.46%.