Kalduga - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Kalduga is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 101 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Badachhatrang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalduga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalduga is 424449. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 101 km away.
Kalduga 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 Kalduga
As per Census 2011, Kalduga village has a total population of 187 people, consisting of 89 males and 98 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 1,101 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 77 literate and 110 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 166 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalduga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 187 | 89 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 10 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 166 | 79 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 42 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 47 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Kalduga
Kalduga 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 Kalduga
Kalduga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Kalduga is about 101 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalduga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalduga 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 Kalduga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalduga 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 Kalduga
Where is Kalduga located?
Kalduga village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalduga?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalduga is Badachhatrang.
What is the pincode of Kalduga?
The pincode of Kalduga is 766037.
What is the population of Kalduga?
Kalduga has a total population of 187, including 89 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Kalduga?
There are 61 households in Kalduga.
What is the literacy rate in Kalduga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalduga is 41.18%. Male literacy is 47.19% and female literacy is 35.71%.