Kiajhar - Kaniha, Angul
Kiajhar is a village situated in the Kaniha tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Kaniha and around 75 km from Anugul . Talapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kiajhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kiajhar is 403753. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 759117 pincode. Rengali is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Kiajhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pallahara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kiajhar
As per Census 2011, Kiajhar village has a total population of 359 people, consisting of 183 males and 176 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 285 literate and 74 illiterate residents. Additionally, 206 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kiajhar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 359 | 183 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 206 | 101 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 5 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 155 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 28 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Kiajhar
Kiajhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purunapani | South-West | 1.30 km |
| Itamatia | South-West | 1.99 km |
| Burubahal | South | 2.46 km |
| Banasinga | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Kendukhaman | East | 2.58 km |
| Hanumanpur | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Durgapur | South-East | 3.23 km |
| Karadei | South | 3.55 km |
| Patakhaman | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Languabeda | South-East | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kiajhar
Kiajhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Talcher, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.7 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 Rengali to Kiajhar is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Kiajhar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kiajhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kiajhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kiajhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kiajhar 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 Kiajhar
Where is Kiajhar located?
Kiajhar village is located in Kaniha Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kiajhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kiajhar is Talapada.
What is the pincode of Kiajhar?
The pincode of Kiajhar is 759117.
What is the population of Kiajhar?
Kiajhar has a total population of 359, including 183 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Kiajhar?
There are 84 households in Kiajhar.
What is the literacy rate in Kiajhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kiajhar is 79.39%. Male literacy is 84.70% and female literacy is 73.86%.