Kaliakoli - Hindol, Dhenkanal
Kaliakoli is a village situated in the Hindol tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Bhusan Steel Limited and around 49 km from Dhenkanal. Paika Purunakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaliakoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaliakoli is 402988. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 759121 pincode. Anugul is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kaliakoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hindol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaliakoli
According to the 2011 Census, Kaliakoli village had a total population of 8 people, including 5 males and 3 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 600 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 40.00% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Kaliakoli
Kaliakoli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paikpurunakot | West | 0.83 km |
| Benipathara | North-East | 1.20 km |
| Badamunda | East | 1.33 km |
| Chandrasekharpur | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Bramhanapurunakot | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Sanamunda | South | 2.00 km |
| Janhamunda | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Kankalu | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Kantimili | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Kadala | East | 2.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kaliakoli
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kaliakoli. The nearest railway station is Meramandolil, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Anugul to Kaliakoli is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Kaliakoli is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaliakoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaliakoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kaliakoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaliakoli 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kaliakoli
Where is Kaliakoli located?
Kaliakoli village is located in Hindol Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaliakoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaliakoli is Paika Purunakot.
What is the pincode of Kaliakoli?
The pincode of Kaliakoli is 759121.
What is the population of Kaliakoli?
Kaliakoli had a total population of 8, including 5 males and 3 females.
How many households are there in Kaliakoli?
Kaliakoli had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaliakoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaliakoli was 50.00%. Male literacy was 40.00% and female literacy was 66.67%.