Kidigan
Kidigan is a village located in Kashinagara tehsil of Gajapati district in Odisha, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Kashinagara (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Paralakhemundi. As per 2009 stats, Kidigam is the gram panchayat of Kidigan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kidigan unique in its vibrant Kashinagara-Gajapati region. You’ll see Kidigan’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 Kidigan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kidigan is 414546. The village spans a total geographical area of 696 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761206. Kashinagara is nearest town to Kidigan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Kidigan
Population of Kidigan
According to the 2011 Census, Kidigan has a total population of about 1,308, with approximately 672 males and 636 females. The sex ratio is around 946 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 128 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 394 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 14. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.68%, with male literacy at about 60.12% and female literacy near 44.81%. There are around 319 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kidigan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,308 | 672 | 636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 69 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 394 | 207 | 187 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 689 | 404 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 619 | 268 | 351 |
Connectivity of Kidigan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kidigan. As per the 2011 stats, Kidigan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kidigan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kidigan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kidigan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kidigan
- Where is Kidigan located?
- Kidigan village is situated in Kashinagara Tehsil, within the Gajapati district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kidigan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kidigan is Kidigam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kidigan?
- The pincode of Kidigan is 761206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kidigan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kidigan is 1,308, with 672 males and 636 females.
- How many households are there in Kidigan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kidigan village has a total of 319 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kidigan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kidigan is 52.68%. The male literacy rate is 60.12%, while the female literacy rate is 44.81%.