Khuntabadi - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Khuntabadi is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bhetiapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khuntabadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuntabadi is 425344. The village covers a total geographical area of 168 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Khuntabadi 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 Khuntabadi
According to the 2011 Census, Khuntabadi village had a total population of 139 people, including 65 males and 74 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,138 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.28%, with male literacy at 52.83% and female literacy at 21.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 31, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 108.
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 | 139 | 65 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 16 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 49 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 28 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 37 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Khuntabadi
Khuntabadi 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 Khuntabadi
Public transport in the Khuntabadi 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Khuntabadi is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Khuntabadi is about 68 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 Khuntabadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuntabadi 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khuntabadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuntabadi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khuntabadi
Where is Khuntabadi located?
Khuntabadi village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuntabadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khuntabadi is Bhetiapada.
What is the pincode of Khuntabadi?
The pincode of Khuntabadi is 765019.
What is the population of Khuntabadi?
Khuntabadi had a total population of 139, including 65 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Khuntabadi?
Khuntabadi had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khuntabadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuntabadi was 36.28%. Male literacy was 52.83% and female literacy was 21.67%.