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
According to the 2011 Census, Khuntalamal village had a total population of 322 people, including 167 males and 155 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.79%, with male literacy at 77.07% and female literacy at 57.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 247.
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 | 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 had a total population of 322, including 167 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Khuntalamal?
Khuntalamal had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khuntalamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuntalamal was 67.79%. Male literacy was 77.07% and female literacy was 57.45%.