Kikia
Kikia is a village located in Kesinga tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kesinga (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Kikia village is also a gram panchayat.
Kikia has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kikia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kikia is 422380. The village spans a total geographical area of 533 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766011. Kesinga is nearest town to Kikia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kikia village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kikia
Population of Kikia
Below is a concise population overview of Kikia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,119 | 1,072 | 1,047 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 160 | 136 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 207 | 192 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 464 | 232 | 232 |
Literate Population | 1,269 | 716 | 553 |
Illiterate Population | 850 | 356 | 494 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kikia village:
- The total population of Kikia village is around 2,119, including approximately 1,072 males and 1,047 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 296 children aged 0–6 years in Kikia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kikia village has 399 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 464 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kikia village is about 59.89%, with male literacy at 66.79% and female literacy at 52.82%.
- There are around 544 households in Kikia village.
Connectivity of Kikia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kikia. As per the 2011 stats, Kikia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kikia
Knowing the nearby villages of Kikia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kikia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kikia
- Where is Kikia located?
- Kikia village is situated in Kesinga Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kikia?
- Kikia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kikia?
- The pincode of Kikia is 766011, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kikia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kikia is 2,119, with 1,072 males and 1,047 females.
- How many households are there in Kikia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kikia village has a total of 544 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kikia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kikia is 59.89%. The male literacy rate is 66.79%, while the female literacy rate is 52.82%.