Kaliakana - Ersama, Jagatsinghapur
Kaliakana is a village situated in the Ersama tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ersama and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Japa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaliakana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaliakana is 397379. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 754139 pincode. Paradip is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kaliakana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaliakana
According to the 2011 Census, Kaliakana village had a total population of 235 people, including 122 males and 113 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.57%, with male literacy at 96.33% and female literacy at 76.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69.
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 | 235 | 122 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 32 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 105 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 17 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Kaliakana
Kaliakana 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 Kaliakana
Kaliakana is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Paradip to Kaliakana is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Kaliakana is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaliakana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaliakana 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kaliakana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaliakana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kaliakana
Where is Kaliakana located?
Kaliakana village is located in Ersama Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaliakana?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaliakana is Japa.
What is the pincode of Kaliakana?
The pincode of Kaliakana is 754139.
What is the population of Kaliakana?
Kaliakana had a total population of 235, including 122 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Kaliakana?
Kaliakana had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaliakana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaliakana was 86.57%. Male literacy was 96.33% and female literacy was 76.64%.