Kalidaspur - Purushottampur, Ganjam
Kalidaspur is a village situated in the Purushottampur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Hinjili and around 44 km from Chatrapur. Antarigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalidaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalidaspur is 412288. The village covers a total geographical area of 368 hectares and falls under the 761043 pincode. Purusottampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kalidaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalidaspur
As per Census 2011, Kalidaspur village has a total population of 3,322 people, consisting of 1,751 males and 1,571 females. The village has 677 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 422 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,869 literate and 1,453 illiterate residents. Additionally, 318 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalidaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,322 | 1,751 | 1,571 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 233 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 318 | 168 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 1,869 | 1,163 | 706 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,453 | 588 | 865 |
Nearby Villages of Kalidaspur
Kalidaspur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Allapur | South | 1.25 km |
| Giria | South-West | 1.31 km |
| Antrigam | East | 1.90 km |
| Bada Muktamala Jemadeipur | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Kharida | West | 2.63 km |
| Morabai | East | 2.82 km |
| Ralabha | South | 2.84 km |
| Nandika | South-East | 2.92 km |
| Amuniagobindapur | East | 2.98 km |
| Mahachhai | North-West | 3.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalidaspur
Public transport in the Kalidaspur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jagan Nathapur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Purusottampur to Kalidaspur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kalidaspur is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalidaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalidaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalidaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalidaspur 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 Kalidaspur
Where is Kalidaspur located?
Kalidaspur village is located in Purushottampur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalidaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalidaspur is Antarigam.
What is the pincode of Kalidaspur?
The pincode of Kalidaspur is 761043.
What is the population of Kalidaspur?
Kalidaspur has a total population of 3,322, including 1,751 males and 1,571 females.
How many households are there in Kalidaspur?
There are 677 households in Kalidaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Kalidaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalidaspur is 56.26%. Male literacy is 66.42% and female literacy is 44.94%.