Kalihundi - Hindol, Dhenkanal
Kalihundi is a village situated in the Hindol tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hindol and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Hatura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalihundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalihundi is 403041. The village covers a total geographical area of 54 hectares and falls under the 759022 pincode. Anugul is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kalihundi 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 Kalihundi
According to the 2011 Census, Kalihundi village had a total population of 234 people, including 117 males and 117 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.02%, with male literacy at 93.20% and female literacy at 64.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 219.
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 | 234 | 117 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 109 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 96 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 21 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Kalihundi
Kalihundi 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 Kalihundi
Kalihundi 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anugul to Kalihundi is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Kalihundi is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalihundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalihundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kalihundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalihundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalihundi
Where is Kalihundi located?
Kalihundi village is located in Hindol Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalihundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalihundi is Hatura.
What is the pincode of Kalihundi?
The pincode of Kalihundi is 759022.
What is the population of Kalihundi?
Kalihundi had a total population of 234, including 117 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Kalihundi?
Kalihundi had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalihundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalihundi was 79.02%. Male literacy was 93.20% and female literacy was 64.71%.