Khuntibadi - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Khuntibadi is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bhetiapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khuntibadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuntibadi is 425417. The village covers a total geographical area of 210 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Khuntibadi 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 Khuntibadi
According to the 2011 Census, Khuntibadi village had a total population of 213 people, including 105 males and 108 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.49%, with male literacy at 44.44% and female literacy at 12.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 174.
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 | 213 | 105 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 18 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 85 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 36 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 69 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Khuntibadi
Khuntibadi 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 Khuntibadi
Public transport in the Khuntibadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Khuntibadi is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Khuntibadi is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuntibadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuntibadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khuntibadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuntibadi 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 Khuntibadi
Where is Khuntibadi located?
Khuntibadi village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuntibadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khuntibadi is Bhetiapada.
What is the pincode of Khuntibadi?
The pincode of Khuntibadi is 765019.
What is the population of Khuntibadi?
Khuntibadi had a total population of 213, including 105 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Khuntibadi?
Khuntibadi had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khuntibadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuntibadi was 27.49%. Male literacy was 44.44% and female literacy was 12.22%.