Khambari Guda - Padmapur, Rayagada
Khambari Guda is a village situated in the Padmapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmapur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Tembaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khambari Guda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khambari Guda is 427091. The village covers a total geographical area of 1274 hectares and falls under the 765025 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Khambari Guda 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 Khambari Guda
According to the 2011 Census, Khambari Guda village had a total population of 1,194 people, including 579 males and 615 females, living in 282 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.92%, with male literacy at 74.45% and female literacy at 52.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 527.
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 | 1,194 | 579 | 615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 63 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 527 | 241 | 286 |
| Literate Population | 650 | 370 | 280 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 209 | 335 |
Nearby Villages of Khambari Guda
Khambari Guda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhitika | South-West | 1.75 km |
| Regeda | South | 1.85 km |
| Dalimbapur | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Jaripanga | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Surulukupa | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Saradhapur | East | 2.53 km |
| Kenduguda | East | 2.78 km |
| Sourachakunda | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Kandhachakunda | North | 3.63 km |
| Milkapanga | North-East | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khambari Guda
Public transport in the Khambari Guda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gunupur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gunupur to Khambari Guda is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Khambari Guda 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 Khambari Guda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khambari Guda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Khambari Guda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khambari Guda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Khambari Guda
Where is Khambari Guda located?
Khambari Guda village is located in Padmapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khambari Guda?
The Gram Panchayat of Khambari Guda is Tembaguda.
What is the pincode of Khambari Guda?
The pincode of Khambari Guda is 765025.
What is the population of Khambari Guda?
Khambari Guda had a total population of 1,194, including 579 males and 615 females.
How many households are there in Khambari Guda?
Khambari Guda had 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khambari Guda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khambari Guda was 62.92%. Male literacy was 74.45% and female literacy was 52.24%.