Khadu - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Khadu is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kuchedega serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khadu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadu is 383536. The village covers a total geographical area of 447 hectares and falls under the 770024 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Khadu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundargarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Khadu
As per Census 2011, Khadu village has a total population of 69 people, consisting of 27 males and 42 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 1,555 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 46 literate and 23 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khadu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69 | 27 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 4 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Khadu
Khadu 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 Khadu
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khadu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Khadu is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khadu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khadu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khadu
Where is Khadu located?
Khadu village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khadu?
The Gram Panchayat of Khadu is Kuchedega.
What is the pincode of Khadu?
The pincode of Khadu is 770024.
What is the population of Khadu?
Khadu has a total population of 69, including 27 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Khadu?
There are 18 households in Khadu.
What is the literacy rate in Khadu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadu is 66.67%. Male literacy is 85.19% and female literacy is 54.76%.