Kaliapada Bada - Nilagiri, Balasore
Kaliapada Bada is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Nilagiri and around 20 km from Baleshwar. Machhua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaliapada Bada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaliapada Bada is 393115. The village covers a total geographical area of 18 hectares and falls under the 756020 pincode. Nilagiri is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kaliapada Bada 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 Kaliapada Bada
According to the 2011 Census, Kaliapada Bada village had a total population of 193 people, including 92 males and 101 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,098 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.58%, with male literacy at 87.06% and female literacy at 78.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 193 | 92 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 147 | 74 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 18 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Kaliapada Bada
Kaliapada Bada is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kaliapada Bada
Kaliapada Bada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kaliapada Bada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Nilagiri to Kaliapada Bada is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kaliapada Bada is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaliapada Bada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaliapada Bada 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kaliapada Bada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaliapada Bada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaliapada Bada
Where is Kaliapada Bada located?
Kaliapada Bada village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaliapada Bada?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaliapada Bada is Machhua.
What is the pincode of Kaliapada Bada?
The pincode of Kaliapada Bada is 756020.
What is the population of Kaliapada Bada?
Kaliapada Bada had a total population of 193, including 92 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Kaliapada Bada?
Kaliapada Bada had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaliapada Bada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaliapada Bada was 82.58%. Male literacy was 87.06% and female literacy was 78.49%.