Khaliakani - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Khaliakani is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Khaliakani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaliakani is 423869. The village covers a total geographical area of 469 hectares and falls under the 766016 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Khaliakani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khaliakani
As per Census 2011, Khaliakani village has a total population of 1,898 people, consisting of 928 males and 970 females. The village has 528 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 979 literate and 919 illiterate residents. Additionally, 268 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 387 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khaliakani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,898 | 928 | 970 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 126 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 122 | 146 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 387 | 187 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 979 | 580 | 399 |
| Illiterate Population | 919 | 348 | 571 |
Nearby Villages of Khaliakani
Khaliakani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Goindimunda | East | 1.45 km |
| Karangamunda | West | 1.55 km |
| Sukunimunda | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Amurlapadar | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Kuresiuni | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Antarla | West | 2.78 km |
| Golamunda | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Baijalpur | East | 3.29 km |
| Gandamehra | South | 3.42 km |
| Sargiguda | South | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khaliakani
Khaliakani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Junagarh to Khaliakani is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Khaliakani is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khaliakani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaliakani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khaliakani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaliakani 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khaliakani
Where is Khaliakani located?
Khaliakani village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaliakani?
Khaliakani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khaliakani?
The pincode of Khaliakani is 766016.
What is the population of Khaliakani?
Khaliakani has a total population of 1,898, including 928 males and 970 females.
How many households are there in Khaliakani?
There are 528 households in Khaliakani.
What is the literacy rate in Khaliakani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaliakani is 51.58%. Male literacy is 62.50% and female literacy is 41.13%.