Khajuridihi - Koida, Sundargarh
Khajuridihi is a village situated in the Koida tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koida and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Patmund serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khajuridihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khajuridihi is 384794. The village covers a total geographical area of 797 hectares and falls under the 770048 pincode. Barbil is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Khajuridihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khajuridihi
As per Census 2011, Khajuridihi village has a total population of 365 people, consisting of 179 males and 186 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 281 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 220 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khajuridihi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 365 | 179 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 102 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 58 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 121 | 160 |
Nearby Villages of Khajuridihi
Khajuridihi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Podadihi | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Baldihi | North | 2.25 km |
| Patmunda | East | 2.34 km |
| Chhachhelia | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Badpatuli | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Kadamdihi | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Sanua | North | 3.62 km |
| Tantigram | West | 3.85 km |
| Kalmanga | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Ranisal | North | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khajuridihi
Khajuridihi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nayagarh, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barbil to Khajuridihi is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Khajuridihi is about 59 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 Khajuridihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khajuridihi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khajuridihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khajuridihi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khajuridihi
Where is Khajuridihi located?
Khajuridihi village is located in Koida Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khajuridihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khajuridihi is Patmund.
What is the pincode of Khajuridihi?
The pincode of Khajuridihi is 770048.
What is the population of Khajuridihi?
Khajuridihi has a total population of 365, including 179 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Khajuridihi?
There are 85 households in Khajuridihi.
What is the literacy rate in Khajuridihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khajuridihi is 23.01%. Male literacy is 32.40% and female literacy is 13.98%.