Kaliamba - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Kaliamba is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Bhanjanagar and around 100 km from Chatrapur. Jilundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaliamba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaliamba is 410634. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 761126 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kaliamba village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaliamba
According to the 2011 Census, Kaliamba village had a total population of 118 people, including 58 males and 60 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.00%, with male literacy at 84.00% and female literacy at 48.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 118 | 58 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 16 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 42 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 16 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Kaliamba
Kaliamba 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 Kaliamba
Kaliamba 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Kaliamba is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kaliamba is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaliamba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaliamba 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 Kaliamba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaliamba village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaliamba
Where is Kaliamba located?
Kaliamba village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaliamba?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaliamba is Jilundi.
What is the pincode of Kaliamba?
The pincode of Kaliamba is 761126.
What is the population of Kaliamba?
Kaliamba had a total population of 118, including 58 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Kaliamba?
Kaliamba had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaliamba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaliamba was 66.00%. Male literacy was 84.00% and female literacy was 48.00%.