Kalinga
Kalinga is a village located in Garabandha tehsil of Gajapati district in Odisha, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Garabandha (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Paralakhemundi. As per 2009 stats, Koinpur is the gram panchayat of Kalinga village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalinga unique in its vibrant Garabandha-Gajapati region. You’ll see Kalinga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kalinga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalinga is 414852. The village spans a total geographical area of 252 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761212. Rayagada is nearest town to Kalinga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kalinga village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Berhampur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kalinga
Population of Kalinga
According to the 2011 Census, Kalinga has a total population of about 87, with approximately 40 males and 47 females. The sex ratio is around 1175 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 20 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 87. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.23%, with male literacy at about 60.00% and female literacy near 23.40%. There are around 20 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalinga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 87 | 40 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 40 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 24 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 16 | 36 |
Connectivity of Kalinga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalinga. As per the 2011 stats, Kalinga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalinga
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalinga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalinga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalinga
- Where is Kalinga located?
- Kalinga village is situated in Garabandha Tehsil, within the Gajapati district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalinga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalinga is Koinpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalinga?
- The pincode of Kalinga is 761212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalinga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalinga is 87, with 40 males and 47 females.
- How many households are there in Kalinga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalinga village has a total of 20 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalinga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalinga is 40.23%. The male literacy rate is 60.00%, while the female literacy rate is 23.40%.