Khajuripadar - Muniguda, Rayagada
Khajuripadar is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kumudaballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khajuripadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khajuripadar is 424915. The village covers a total geographical area of 223 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Khajuripadar 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 Khajuripadar
According to the 2011 Census, Khajuripadar village had a total population of 325 people, including 164 males and 161 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.83%, with male literacy at 40.29% and female literacy at 17.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 219.
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 | 325 | 164 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 49 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 219 | 113 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 56 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 108 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Khajuripadar
Khajuripadar 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 Khajuripadar
Khajuripadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khajuripadar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Khajuripadar is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Khajuripadar is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khajuripadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khajuripadar 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 Khajuripadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khajuripadar 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 Khajuripadar
Where is Khajuripadar located?
Khajuripadar village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khajuripadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khajuripadar is Kumudaballi.
What is the pincode of Khajuripadar?
The pincode of Khajuripadar is 765020.
What is the population of Khajuripadar?
Khajuripadar had a total population of 325, including 164 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Khajuripadar?
Khajuripadar had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khajuripadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khajuripadar was 28.83%. Male literacy was 40.29% and female literacy was 17.04%.