Khilamunda - Padmapur, Rayagada
Khilamunda is a village situated in the Padmapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmapur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Akhusingi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khilamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khilamunda is 427096. The village covers a total geographical area of 589 hectares and falls under the 765025 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Khilamunda 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 Khilamunda
As per Census 2011, Khilamunda village has a total population of 716 people, consisting of 229 males and 487 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 2,126 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 492 literate and 224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 345 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khilamunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 716 | 229 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 22 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 345 | 56 | 289 |
| Literate Population | 492 | 135 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 94 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Khilamunda
Khilamunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramachandraguda | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Koilikota | West | 1.75 km |
| Lauguda | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Jatili | South | 2.50 km |
| Indupur | West | 2.53 km |
| Akhusingi | North-East | 3.04 km |
| Sarigiguda | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Jagamunda | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Khamapadar | South | 3.57 km |
| Bahupadar | East | 3.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khilamunda
Khilamunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 90.3 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 Khilamunda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Khilamunda is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khilamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khilamunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khilamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khilamunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khilamunda
Where is Khilamunda located?
Khilamunda village is located in Padmapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khilamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Khilamunda is Akhusingi.
What is the pincode of Khilamunda?
The pincode of Khilamunda is 765025.
What is the population of Khilamunda?
Khilamunda has a total population of 716, including 229 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Khilamunda?
There are 116 households in Khilamunda.
What is the literacy rate in Khilamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khilamunda is 68.72%. Male literacy is 58.95% and female literacy is 73.31%.