Kilarghat - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Kilarghat is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sindirigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kilarghat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kilarghat is 416617. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Kilarghat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kilarghat
As per Census 2011, Kilarghat village has a total population of 76 people, consisting of 37 males and 39 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 20 literate and 56 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kilarghat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 31 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 14 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 23 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Kilarghat
Kilarghat 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 Kilarghat
Public transport in the Kilarghat is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Kilarghat is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kilarghat is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kilarghat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kilarghat 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kilarghat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kilarghat 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 Kilarghat
Where is Kilarghat located?
Kilarghat village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kilarghat?
The Gram Panchayat of Kilarghat is Sindirigaon.
What is the pincode of Kilarghat?
The pincode of Kilarghat is 762103.
What is the population of Kilarghat?
Kilarghat has a total population of 76, including 37 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Kilarghat?
There are 16 households in Kilarghat.
What is the literacy rate in Kilarghat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kilarghat is 26.32%. Male literacy is 37.84% and female literacy is 15.38%.