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
As per Census 2011, Kalajhatia village has a total population of 224 people, consisting of 120 males and 104 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 156 literate and 68 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalajhatia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 120 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 21 | 10 |
| 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 has a total population of 224, including 120 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Kalajhatia?
There are 59 households in Kalajhatia.
What is the literacy rate in Kalajhatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalajhatia is 69.64%. Male literacy is 76.67% and female literacy is 61.54%.