Khandam
Khandam is a village located in Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Rairakhol (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Sambalpur. As per 2009 stats, Tribanpur is the gram panchayat of Khandam village.
Khandam has its own place in the vibrant Sambalpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khandam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khandam is 382453. The village spans a total geographical area of 428 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768106. Redhakhol is nearest town to Khandam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Khandam
Population of Khandam
Below is a concise population overview of Khandam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 495 | 237 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 105 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 175 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 62 | 106 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khandam village:
- The total population of Khandam village is around 495, including approximately 237 males and 258 females, with a sex ratio of 1088 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 65 children aged 0–6 years in Khandam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khandam village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 220 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khandam village is about 66.06%, with male literacy at 73.84% and female literacy at 58.91%.
- There are around 115 households in Khandam village.
Connectivity of Khandam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khandam. As per the 2011 stats, Khandam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khandam
Knowing the nearby villages of Khandam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khandam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khandam
- Where is Khandam located?
- Khandam village is situated in Rairakhol Tehsil, within the Sambalpur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khandam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khandam is Tribanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Khandam?
- The pincode of Khandam is 768106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khandam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khandam is 495, with 237 males and 258 females.
- How many households are there in Khandam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khandam village has a total of 115 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khandam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khandam is 66.06%. The male literacy rate is 73.84%, while the female literacy rate is 58.91%.