Khuntipani - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Khuntipani is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Hemgir serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khuntipani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuntipani is 383571. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 770013 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Khuntipani 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 Khuntipani
As per Census 2011, Khuntipani village has a total population of 121 people, consisting of 61 males and 60 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 64 literate and 57 illiterate residents. Additionally, 75 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khuntipani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 121 | 61 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 37 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 24 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Khuntipani
Khuntipani 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 Khuntipani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khuntipani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Belpahar to Khuntipani is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Khuntipani is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuntipani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuntipani 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 Khuntipani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuntipani 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 Khuntipani
Where is Khuntipani located?
Khuntipani village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuntipani?
The Gram Panchayat of Khuntipani is Hemgir.
What is the pincode of Khuntipani?
The pincode of Khuntipani is 770013.
What is the population of Khuntipani?
Khuntipani has a total population of 121, including 61 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Khuntipani?
There are 26 households in Khuntipani.
What is the literacy rate in Khuntipani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuntipani is 52.89%. Male literacy is 60.66% and female literacy is 45.00%.