Kiritmal - Lakhanpur, Jharsuguda
Kiritmal is a village situated in the Lakhanpur tehsil of Jharsuguda district, Odisha. It is located approximately 64 km from Rengali and around 97 km from Jharsuguda. Remta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kiritmal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kiritmal is 381002. The village covers a total geographical area of 224 hectares and falls under the 768226 pincode. Belpahar is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Kiritmal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Brajarajnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kiritmal
According to the 2011 Census, Kiritmal village had a total population of 709 people, including 368 males and 341 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.02%, with male literacy at 87.69% and female literacy at 75.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 145.
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 | 709 | 368 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 74 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 520 | 292 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 76 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Kiritmal
Kiritmal 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 Kiritmal
Kiritmal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belpahar to Kiritmal is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jharsuguda to Kiritmal is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kiritmal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kiritmal 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 Kiritmal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kiritmal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kiritmal
Where is Kiritmal located?
Kiritmal village is located in Lakhanpur Tehsil, Jharsuguda district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kiritmal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kiritmal is Remta.
What is the pincode of Kiritmal?
The pincode of Kiritmal is 768226.
What is the population of Kiritmal?
Kiritmal had a total population of 709, including 368 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Kiritmal?
Kiritmal had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kiritmal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kiritmal was 82.02%. Male literacy was 87.69% and female literacy was 75.75%.