Koilikanya - Tigiria, Cuttack
Koilikanya is a village situated in the Tigiria tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tigiria and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Gadadharpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koilikanya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koilikanya is 399006. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 754030 pincode. Nuapatna is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Koilikanya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koilikanya
According to the 2011 Census, Koilikanya village had a total population of 547 people, including 280 males and 267 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.84%, with male literacy at 92.00% and female literacy at 78.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 547 | 280 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 30 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 230 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 50 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Koilikanya
Koilikanya 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 Koilikanya
Koilikanya 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 <5 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 Nuapatna to Koilikanya is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Koilikanya is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koilikanya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koilikanya 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 Koilikanya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koilikanya 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Koilikanya
Where is Koilikanya located?
Koilikanya village is located in Tigiria Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koilikanya?
The Gram Panchayat of Koilikanya is Gadadharpur.
What is the pincode of Koilikanya?
The pincode of Koilikanya is 754030.
What is the population of Koilikanya?
Koilikanya had a total population of 547, including 280 males and 267 females.
How many households are there in Koilikanya?
Koilikanya had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koilikanya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koilikanya was 85.84%. Male literacy was 92.00% and female literacy was 78.92%.