Kharikona - Kashipur, Rayagada
Kharikona is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Mandibisi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharikona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharikona is 425925. The village covers a total geographical area of 16 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kharikona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharikona
According to the 2011 Census, Kharikona village had a total population of 34 people, including 13 males and 21 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,615 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 8.33%, with male literacy at 12.50% and female literacy at 6.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
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 | 34 | 13 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 13 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 12 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Kharikona
Kharikona 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 Kharikona
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kharikona.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Kharikona is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Kharikona is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharikona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharikona 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kharikona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharikona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kharikona
Where is Kharikona located?
Kharikona village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharikona?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharikona is Mandibisi.
What is the pincode of Kharikona?
The pincode of Kharikona is 765015.
What is the population of Kharikona?
Kharikona had a total population of 34, including 13 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Kharikona?
Kharikona had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharikona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharikona was 8.33%. Male literacy was 12.50% and female literacy was 6.25%.