Kangarlaga - Saintala, Balangir
Kangarlaga is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Kuikeda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kangarlaga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kangarlaga is 421151. The village covers a total geographical area of 337 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kangarlaga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kangarlaga
As per Census 2011, Kangarlaga village has a total population of 1,629 people, consisting of 798 males and 831 females. The village has 410 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 211 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,086 literate and 543 illiterate residents. Additionally, 254 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 688 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kangarlaga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,629 | 798 | 831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 101 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 114 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 688 | 341 | 347 |
| Literate Population | 1,086 | 628 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 543 | 170 | 373 |
Nearby Villages of Kangarlaga
Kangarlaga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sikapatrapali | South-East | 1.64 km |
| Kuikeda | West | 1.76 km |
| Mahagaon | South-East | 2.06 km |
| Deng | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Brahmani | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Bibina | East | 2.53 km |
| Dangabahal | South | 2.98 km |
| Bhatasar | West | 3.04 km |
| Burda | North | 3.05 km |
| Bargaon | South-East | 3.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kangarlaga
Public transport in the Kangarlaga is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titlagarh to Kangarlaga is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Kangarlaga is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kangarlaga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kangarlaga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kangarlaga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kangarlaga 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 Kangarlaga
Where is Kangarlaga located?
Kangarlaga village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kangarlaga?
The Gram Panchayat of Kangarlaga is Kuikeda.
What is the pincode of Kangarlaga?
The pincode of Kangarlaga is 767032.
What is the population of Kangarlaga?
Kangarlaga has a total population of 1,629, including 798 males and 831 females.
How many households are there in Kangarlaga?
There are 410 households in Kangarlaga.
What is the literacy rate in Kangarlaga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kangarlaga is 66.67%. Male literacy is 78.70% and female literacy is 55.11%.