Kaliba - Kunkuri, Jashpur
Kaliba is a village situated in the Kunkuri tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kunkuri and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Kaliba village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaliba is 433994. The village covers a total geographical area of 1369.03 hectares and falls under the 496225 pincode. Kunkuri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kaliba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunkuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaliba
As per Census 2011, Kaliba village has a total population of 1,671 people, consisting of 826 males and 845 females. The village has 375 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,067 literate and 604 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,233 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaliba are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,671 | 826 | 845 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 119 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,233 | 617 | 616 |
| Literate Population | 1,067 | 571 | 496 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 255 | 349 |
Nearby Villages of Kaliba
Kaliba 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tangar Bahari | South-West | 2.80 km |
| Ghatmunda | East | 3.14 km |
| Harradand | South | 3.19 km |
| Kurkunga | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Rajauti | North | 3.83 km |
| Charaikhara | West | 4.04 km |
| Goriya | South-West | 4.29 km |
| Chhuritoli | South | 4.59 km |
| Dhodhidand | South-East | 4.86 km |
| Bankombo | North-East | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kaliba
Kaliba is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Kunkuri to Kaliba is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Kaliba is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaliba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaliba village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kaliba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaliba 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 <1 km |
FAQs about Kaliba
Where is Kaliba located?
Kaliba village is located in Kunkuri Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaliba?
Kaliba is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kaliba?
The pincode of Kaliba is 496225.
What is the population of Kaliba?
Kaliba has a total population of 1,671, including 826 males and 845 females.
How many households are there in Kaliba?
There are 375 households in Kaliba.
What is the literacy rate in Kaliba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaliba is 63.85%. Male literacy is 69.13% and female literacy is 58.70%.