Khairdihi - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Khairdihi is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Jamankira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khairdihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khairdihi is 381905. The village covers a total geographical area of 280 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Khairdihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khairdihi
As per Census 2011, Khairdihi village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 127 males and 123 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 126 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 189 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khairdihi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 127 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 17 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 96 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 69 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 58 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Khairdihi
Khairdihi 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 Khairdihi
Public transport in the Khairdihi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kochinda to Khairdihi is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Khairdihi is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khairdihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khairdihi 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 Khairdihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khairdihi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khairdihi
Where is Khairdihi located?
Khairdihi village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khairdihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khairdihi is Jamankira.
What is the pincode of Khairdihi?
The pincode of Khairdihi is 768107.
What is the population of Khairdihi?
Khairdihi has a total population of 250, including 127 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Khairdihi?
There are 66 households in Khairdihi.
What is the literacy rate in Khairdihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khairdihi is 50.40%. Male literacy is 54.33% and female literacy is 46.34%.