Kilugan - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Kilugan is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sindirigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kilugan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kilugan is 416554. The village covers a total geographical area of 207 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Kilugan 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 Kilugan
As per Census 2011, Kilugan village has a total population of 193 people, consisting of 95 males and 98 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kilugan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 193 | 95 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 63 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 32 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Kilugan
Kilugan 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 Kilugan
Public transport in the Kilugan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Kilugan is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kilugan is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kilugan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kilugan 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kilugan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kilugan 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 Kilugan
Where is Kilugan located?
Kilugan village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kilugan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kilugan is Sindirigaon.
What is the pincode of Kilugan?
The pincode of Kilugan is 762103.
What is the population of Kilugan?
Kilugan has a total population of 193, including 95 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Kilugan?
There are 52 households in Kilugan.
What is the literacy rate in Kilugan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kilugan is 50.78%. Male literacy is 66.32% and female literacy is 35.71%.