Kadalikani - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Kadalikani is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bijepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kadalikani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kadalikani is 423097. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kadalikani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kadalikani
According to the 2011 Census, Kadalikani village had a total population of 34 people, including 17 males and 17 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.15%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 23.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 7 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Kadalikani
Kadalikani 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 Kadalikani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kadalikani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kadalikani is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kadalikani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kadalikani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kadalikani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kadalikani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kadalikani
Where is Kadalikani located?
Kadalikani village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kadalikani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kadalikani is Bijepur.
What is the pincode of Kadalikani?
The pincode of Kadalikani is 766020.
What is the population of Kadalikani?
Kadalikani had a total population of 34, including 17 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Kadalikani?
Kadalikani had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kadalikani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kadalikani was 48.15%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 23.08%.