Khuntalamal - Rengali, Sambalpur
Khuntalamal is a village situated in the Rengali tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Katarbaga and around 50 km from Sambalpur. Rengloi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khuntalamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuntalamal is 381653. The village covers a total geographical area of 237 hectares and falls under the 768214 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Khuntalamal 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 Khuntalamal
As per Census 2011, Khuntalamal village has a total population of 322 people, consisting of 167 males and 155 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 202 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 247 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khuntalamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 322 | 167 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 247 | 131 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 121 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 46 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Khuntalamal
Khuntalamal 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 Khuntalamal
Public transport in the Khuntalamal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sambalpur to Khuntalamal is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Khuntalamal is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuntalamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuntalamal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khuntalamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuntalamal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khuntalamal
Where is Khuntalamal located?
Khuntalamal village is located in Rengali Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuntalamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Khuntalamal is Rengloi.
What is the pincode of Khuntalamal?
The pincode of Khuntalamal is 768214.
What is the population of Khuntalamal?
Khuntalamal has a total population of 322, including 167 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Khuntalamal?
There are 91 households in Khuntalamal.
What is the literacy rate in Khuntalamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuntalamal is 62.73%. Male literacy is 72.46% and female literacy is 52.26%.