Kharlikani - Saintala, Balangir
Kharlikani is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Kermeli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharlikani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharlikani is 421058. The village covers a total geographical area of 124 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Kharlikani 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 Kharlikani
According to the 2011 Census, Kharlikani village had a total population of 228 people, including 121 males and 107 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.50%, with male literacy at 82.69% and female literacy at 44.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 180.
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 | 228 | 121 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 180 | 91 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 86 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 35 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Kharlikani
Kharlikani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagjor | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Junanimal | South-East | 2.41 km |
| Karlabahali | South | 3.19 km |
| Sandasmundi | South-East | 4.28 km |
| Runimahul | East | 4.65 km |
| Burda | South | 4.89 km |
| Karlidhua | East | 4.90 km |
| Kermeli | South-East | 5.17 km |
| Saintala | South | 5.31 km |
| Suliamal | West | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kharlikani
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kharlikani. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.5 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titlagarh to Kharlikani is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Kharlikani is about 45 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 Kharlikani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharlikani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kharlikani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharlikani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kharlikani
Where is Kharlikani located?
Kharlikani village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharlikani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharlikani is Kermeli.
What is the pincode of Kharlikani?
The pincode of Kharlikani is 767032.
What is the population of Kharlikani?
Kharlikani had a total population of 228, including 121 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Kharlikani?
Kharlikani had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharlikani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharlikani was 64.50%. Male literacy was 82.69% and female literacy was 44.79%.