Khendibandh - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Khendibandh is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Kochinda and around 74 km from Sambalpur. Dimirimunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khendibandh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khendibandh is 381610. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 768214 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Khendibandh 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 Khendibandh
According to the 2011 Census, Khendibandh village had a total population of 220 people, including 121 males and 99 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 818 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.72%, with male literacy at 85.58% and female literacy at 68.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 220 | 121 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 89 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 32 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Khendibandh
Khendibandh 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 Khendibandh
Public transport in the Khendibandh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Khendibandh is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Khendibandh is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khendibandh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khendibandh 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khendibandh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khendibandh 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khendibandh
Where is Khendibandh located?
Khendibandh village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khendibandh?
The Gram Panchayat of Khendibandh is Dimirimunda.
What is the pincode of Khendibandh?
The pincode of Khendibandh is 768214.
What is the population of Khendibandh?
Khendibandh had a total population of 220, including 121 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Khendibandh?
Khendibandh had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khendibandh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khendibandh was 77.72%. Male literacy was 85.58% and female literacy was 68.54%.