Khandahata - Biramaharajpur, Sonepur
Khandahata is a village situated in the Biramaharajpur tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Subalaya and around 30 km from Subarnapur. Khandahata village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandahata is 419468. The village covers a total geographical area of 526 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Subalaya is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Khandahata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khandahata
As per Census 2011, Khandahata village has a total population of 1,654 people, consisting of 859 males and 795 females. The village has 425 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,148 literate and 506 illiterate residents. Additionally, 349 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khandahata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,654 | 859 | 795 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 115 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 349 | 186 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,148 | 670 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 506 | 189 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Khandahata
Khandahata 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 Khandahata
Khandahata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Subalaya to Khandahata is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Khandahata is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandahata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandahata 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 Khandahata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandahata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khandahata
Where is Khandahata located?
Khandahata village is located in Biramaharajpur Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandahata?
Khandahata is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khandahata?
The pincode of Khandahata is 767018.
What is the population of Khandahata?
Khandahata has a total population of 1,654, including 859 males and 795 females.
How many households are there in Khandahata?
There are 425 households in Khandahata.
What is the literacy rate in Khandahata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandahata is 69.41%. Male literacy is 78.00% and female literacy is 60.13%.