Khasua - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Khasua is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Charamal and around 63 km from Sambalpur. Charmal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khasua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khasua is 382284. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Khasua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khasua
According to the 2011 Census, Khasua village had a total population of 122 people, including 63 males and 59 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.91%, with male literacy at 76.36% and female literacy at 45.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 30.
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 | 122 | 63 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 42 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 21 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Khasua
Khasua 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 Khasua
Khasua is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khasua.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Khasua is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Khasua is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khasua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khasua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khasua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khasua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khasua
Where is Khasua located?
Khasua village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khasua?
The Gram Panchayat of Khasua is Charmal.
What is the pincode of Khasua?
The pincode of Khasua is 768106.
What is the population of Khasua?
Khasua had a total population of 122, including 63 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Khasua?
Khasua had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khasua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khasua was 60.91%. Male literacy was 76.36% and female literacy was 45.45%.