Khilundi - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Khilundi is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bijapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khilundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khilundi is 425072. The village covers a total geographical area of 287 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Khilundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khilundi
According to the 2011 Census, Khilundi village had a total population of 279 people, including 148 males and 131 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.41%, with male literacy at 48.54% and female literacy at 42.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 279.
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 | 279 | 148 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 45 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 279 | 148 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 50 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 98 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Khilundi
Khilundi 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 Khilundi
Khilundi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Gudari to Khilundi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Khilundi is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khilundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khilundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khilundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khilundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khilundi
Where is Khilundi located?
Khilundi village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khilundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khilundi is Bijapur.
What is the pincode of Khilundi?
The pincode of Khilundi is 765026.
What is the population of Khilundi?
Khilundi had a total population of 279, including 148 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Khilundi?
Khilundi had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khilundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khilundi was 45.41%. Male literacy was 48.54% and female literacy was 42.31%.