Kirkima - Lundra, Surguja
Kirkima is a village situated in the Lundra tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lundra and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Kirkima village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kirkima is 433353. The village covers a total geographical area of 353 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Ambikapur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Kirkima village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kirkima
According to the 2011 Census, Kirkima village had a total population of 606 people, including 277 males and 329 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 1,188 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.53%, with male literacy at 46.61% and female literacy at 35.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 483.
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 | 606 | 277 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 56 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 483 | 218 | 265 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 103 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 409 | 174 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Kirkima
Kirkima 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chalgali | North-West | 1.01 km |
| Nagam | South | 1.43 km |
| Chitarpur | North | 2.31 km |
| Pasena | West | 3.01 km |
| Koilari | North-West | 3.08 km |
| Sapda | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Gujarwar | West | 4.13 km |
| Riri | South-West | 4.33 km |
| Ghaghari | West | 4.72 km |
| Gagoli | North-West | 4.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kirkima
Kirkima 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 116.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambikapur to Kirkima is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kirkima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kirkima 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 Kirkima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kirkima 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 Kirkima
Where is Kirkima located?
Kirkima village is located in Lundra Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kirkima?
Kirkima is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kirkima?
The pincode of Kirkima is 497101.
What is the population of Kirkima?
Kirkima had a total population of 606, including 277 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Kirkima?
Kirkima had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kirkima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kirkima was 40.53%. Male literacy was 46.61% and female literacy was 35.47%.