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
According to the 2011 Census, Khuntipani village had a total population of 121 people, including 61 males and 60 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.75%, with male literacy at 69.81% and female literacy at 55.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 75.
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 | 121 | 61 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 75 | 37 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 121, including 61 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Khuntipani?
Khuntipani had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khuntipani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuntipani was 62.75%. Male literacy was 69.81% and female literacy was 55.10%.