Kilkila - Pathalgaon, Jashpur
Kilkila is a village situated in the Pathalgaon tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pathalgaon and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Kilkilla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kilkila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kilkila is 434266. The village covers a total geographical area of 584 hectares and falls under the 496118 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kilkila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kilkila
As per Census 2011, Kilkila village has a total population of 1,326 people, consisting of 661 males and 665 females. The village has 282 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 201 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 747 literate and 579 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,139 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kilkila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,326 | 661 | 665 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 92 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,139 | 559 | 580 |
| Literate Population | 747 | 461 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 579 | 200 | 379 |
Nearby Villages of Kilkila
Kilkila 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 Kilkila
Kilkila is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| 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 Pathalgaon to Kilkila is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Kilkila is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kilkila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kilkila 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kilkila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kilkila 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kilkila
Where is Kilkila located?
Kilkila village is located in Pathalgaon Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kilkila?
The Gram Panchayat of Kilkila is Kilkilla.
What is the pincode of Kilkila?
The pincode of Kilkila is 496118.
What is the population of Kilkila?
Kilkila has a total population of 1,326, including 661 males and 665 females.
How many households are there in Kilkila?
There are 282 households in Kilkila.
What is the literacy rate in Kilkila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kilkila is 56.33%. Male literacy is 69.74% and female literacy is 43.01%.