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
According to the 2011 Census, Khandahata village had a total population of 1,654 people, including 859 males and 795 females, living in 425 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.06%, with male literacy at 90.05% and female literacy at 69.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 349, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,654, including 859 males and 795 females.
How many households are there in Khandahata?
Khandahata had 425 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandahata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandahata was 80.06%. Male literacy was 90.05% and female literacy was 69.28%.