Kharajoda - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Kharajoda is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Singari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharajoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharajoda is 425464. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 765016 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Kharajoda 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 Kharajoda
According to the 2011 Census, Kharajoda village had a total population of 284 people, including 139 males and 145 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.16%, with male literacy at 40.17% and female literacy at 15.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 279, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 284 | 139 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 138 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 47 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 92 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Kharajoda
Kharajoda 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 Kharajoda
Kharajoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kharajoda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kharajoda is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kharajoda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharajoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharajoda 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 Kharajoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharajoda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kharajoda
Where is Kharajoda located?
Kharajoda village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharajoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharajoda is Singari.
What is the pincode of Kharajoda?
The pincode of Kharajoda is 765016.
What is the population of Kharajoda?
Kharajoda had a total population of 284, including 139 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Kharajoda?
Kharajoda had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharajoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharajoda was 27.16%. Male literacy was 40.17% and female literacy was 15.08%.