Khapurikachhara - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Khapurikachhara is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Sanghumunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khapurikachhara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khapurikachhara is 383582. The village covers a total geographical area of 188 hectares and falls under the 770013 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Khapurikachhara 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 Khapurikachhara
According to the 2011 Census, Khapurikachhara village had a total population of 272 people, including 136 males and 136 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.61%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 67.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 108.
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 | 272 | 136 | 136 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 55 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 190 | 108 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 28 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Khapurikachhara
Khapurikachhara 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 Khapurikachhara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khapurikachhara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sundargarh to Khapurikachhara is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Khapurikachhara 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 Khapurikachhara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khapurikachhara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khapurikachhara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khapurikachhara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khapurikachhara
Where is Khapurikachhara located?
Khapurikachhara village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khapurikachhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Khapurikachhara is Sanghumunda.
What is the pincode of Khapurikachhara?
The pincode of Khapurikachhara is 770013.
What is the population of Khapurikachhara?
Khapurikachhara had a total population of 272, including 136 males and 136 females.
How many households are there in Khapurikachhara?
Khapurikachhara had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khapurikachhara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khapurikachhara was 76.61%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 67.21%.