Kuikeda - Saintala, Balangir
Kuikeda is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Kuikeda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuikeda is 421152. The village covers a total geographical area of 308 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kuikeda 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 Kuikeda
As per Census 2011, Kuikeda village has a total population of 2,300 people, consisting of 1,169 males and 1,131 females. The village has 616 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 255 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,547 literate and 753 illiterate residents. Additionally, 533 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 778 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kuikeda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,300 | 1,169 | 1,131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 128 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 533 | 261 | 272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 778 | 394 | 384 |
| Literate Population | 1,547 | 923 | 624 |
| Illiterate Population | 753 | 246 | 507 |
Nearby Villages of Kuikeda
Kuikeda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Brahmani | North | 1.35 km |
| Bhatasar | South-West | 1.51 km |
| Kangarlaga | East | 1.76 km |
| Kumbhekela | West | 2.12 km |
| Gandapatrapali | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Sikapatrapali | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Karlakhunta | South | 3.05 km |
| Deng | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Dhunkeda | North | 3.17 km |
| Burda | North-East | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kuikeda
Kuikeda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Saintala, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kuikeda is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Kuikeda 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 Kuikeda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuikeda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kuikeda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuikeda 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 Kuikeda
Where is Kuikeda located?
Kuikeda village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuikeda?
Kuikeda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kuikeda?
The pincode of Kuikeda is 767032.
What is the population of Kuikeda?
Kuikeda has a total population of 2,300, including 1,169 males and 1,131 females.
How many households are there in Kuikeda?
There are 616 households in Kuikeda.
What is the literacy rate in Kuikeda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuikeda is 67.26%. Male literacy is 78.96% and female literacy is 55.17%.