Khinda - Rengali, Sambalpur
Khinda is a village situated in the Rengali tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Thelkoloi and around 41 km from Sambalpur. Khinda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khinda is 381675. The village covers a total geographical area of 1376 hectares and falls under the 768212 pincode. Jharsuguda is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khinda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rengali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khinda
As per Census 2011, Khinda village has a total population of 2,807 people, consisting of 1,462 males and 1,345 females. The village has 718 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 388 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,877 literate and 930 illiterate residents. Additionally, 976 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 641 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khinda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,807 | 1,462 | 1,345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 388 | 204 | 184 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 976 | 501 | 475 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 641 | 335 | 306 |
| Literate Population | 1,877 | 1,075 | 802 |
| Illiterate Population | 930 | 387 | 543 |
Nearby Villages of Khinda
Khinda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Talabira | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Luhurenkachhar | North | 2.25 km |
| Lapanga | East | 2.90 km |
| Tarekela | North | 3.25 km |
| Dantamura | West | 3.39 km |
| Dhubenchhaper | East | 3.55 km |
| Kumbhari | North | 3.84 km |
| Thelkoloi | North-East | 4.20 km |
| Patrapali | North-West | 4.26 km |
| Thunthikatarbaga | South | 4.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khinda
Khinda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lapanga, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jharsuguda to Khinda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Khinda is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khinda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khinda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khinda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khinda
Where is Khinda located?
Khinda village is located in Rengali Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khinda?
Khinda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khinda?
The pincode of Khinda is 768212.
What is the population of Khinda?
Khinda has a total population of 2,807, including 1,462 males and 1,345 females.
How many households are there in Khinda?
There are 718 households in Khinda.
What is the literacy rate in Khinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khinda is 66.87%. Male literacy is 73.53% and female literacy is 59.63%.