Kalajhatia - Baliapal, Balasore
Kalajhatia is a village situated in the Baliapal tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Oupada and around 65 km from Baleshwar. Talakia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalajhatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalajhatia is 393397. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Kalajhatia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalajhatia
According to the 2011 Census, Kalajhatia village had a total population of 224 people, including 120 males and 104 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.83%, with male literacy at 92.93% and female literacy at 68.09%.
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 | 224 | 120 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 21 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 92 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 28 | 40 |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalajhatia
Kalajhatia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Kalajhatia is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kalajhatia is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalajhatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalajhatia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kalajhatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalajhatia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kalajhatia
Where is Kalajhatia located?
Kalajhatia village is located in Baliapal Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kalajhatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalajhatia is Talakia.
What is the pincode of Kalajhatia?
The pincode of Kalajhatia is 756049.
What is the population of Kalajhatia?
Kalajhatia had a total population of 224, including 120 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Kalajhatia?
Kalajhatia had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalajhatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalajhatia was 80.83%. Male literacy was 92.93% and female literacy was 68.09%.