Khambesi - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Khambesi is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kurli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khambesi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khambesi is 425212. The village covers a total geographical area of 379 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Khambesi 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 Khambesi
According to the 2011 Census, Khambesi village had a total population of 896 people, including 422 males and 474 females, living in 191 households. The sex ratio was 1,123 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.04%, with male literacy at 57.01% and female literacy at 20.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 422, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 462.
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 | 896 | 422 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 87 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 422 | 209 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 462 | 207 | 255 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 191 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 626 | 231 | 395 |
Nearby Villages of Khambesi
Khambesi 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 Khambesi
Khambesi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khambesi.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Khambesi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Khambesi is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khambesi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khambesi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khambesi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khambesi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Khambesi
Where is Khambesi located?
Khambesi village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khambesi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khambesi is Kurli.
What is the pincode of Khambesi?
The pincode of Khambesi is 765019.
What is the population of Khambesi?
Khambesi had a total population of 896, including 422 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Khambesi?
Khambesi had 191 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khambesi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khambesi was 37.04%. Male literacy was 57.01% and female literacy was 20.05%.