Kheraposh - Panposh, Sundargarh
Kheraposh is a village situated in the Panposh tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Biramitrapur and around 90 km from Sundargarh. Dumerjore serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kheraposh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kheraposh is 384364. The village covers a total geographical area of 256 hectares and falls under the 770033 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Kheraposh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biramitrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kheraposh
According to the 2011 Census, Kheraposh village had a total population of 308 people, including 157 males and 151 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.14%, with male literacy at 68.09% and female literacy at 46.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 285.
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 | 308 | 157 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 285 | 143 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 96 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 61 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Kheraposh
Kheraposh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mandaria | South | 1.20 km |
| Laing R.s.colony | West | 1.24 km |
| Bankibahal | North | 2.44 km |
| Usra | East | 2.46 km |
| Laikera | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Laing | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Chungimati | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Dheluan | South | 3.36 km |
| Dumerjor | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Mandiakudar | South-East | 4.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kheraposh
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kheraposh. The nearest railway station is Kanshbahal, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.7 km.
| 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 Raurkela to Kheraposh is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Kheraposh is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kheraposh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kheraposh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kheraposh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kheraposh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kheraposh
Where is Kheraposh located?
Kheraposh village is located in Panposh Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kheraposh?
The Gram Panchayat of Kheraposh is Dumerjore.
What is the pincode of Kheraposh?
The pincode of Kheraposh is 770033.
What is the population of Kheraposh?
Kheraposh had a total population of 308, including 157 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in Kheraposh?
Kheraposh had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kheraposh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kheraposh was 57.14%. Male literacy was 68.09% and female literacy was 46.04%.