Khajuri - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Khajuri is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kurli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khajuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khajuri is 425216. The village covers a total geographical area of 558 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Khajuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khajuri
According to the 2011 Census, Khajuri village had a total population of 598 people, including 256 males and 342 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 1,336 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.61%, with male literacy at 22.89% and female literacy at 7.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 104, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 486.
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 | 598 | 256 | 342 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 55 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 50 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 486 | 202 | 284 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 46 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 210 | 322 |
Nearby Villages of Khajuri
Khajuri 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 Khajuri
Khajuri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khajuri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Khajuri is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Khajuri is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khajuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khajuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khajuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khajuri 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khajuri
Where is Khajuri located?
Khajuri village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khajuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Khajuri is Kurli.
What is the pincode of Khajuri?
The pincode of Khajuri is 765019.
What is the population of Khajuri?
Khajuri had a total population of 598, including 256 males and 342 females.
How many households are there in Khajuri?
Khajuri had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khajuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khajuri was 13.61%. Male literacy was 22.89% and female literacy was 7.04%.