Kudukelkia - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Kudukelkia is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Salaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kudukelkia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kudukelkia is 416545. The village covers a total geographical area of 269 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 89 km away.
Kudukelkia 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 Kudukelkia
As per Census 2011, Kudukelkia village has a total population of 358 people, consisting of 185 males and 173 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 118 literate and 240 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 272 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kudukelkia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 358 | 185 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 42 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 141 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 86 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 240 | 99 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Kudukelkia
Kudukelkia 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 Kudukelkia
Kudukelkia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 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 Kudukelkia is about 89 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kudukelkia is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kudukelkia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kudukelkia 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 Kudukelkia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kudukelkia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kudukelkia
Where is Kudukelkia located?
Kudukelkia village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kudukelkia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kudukelkia is Salaguda.
What is the pincode of Kudukelkia?
The pincode of Kudukelkia is 762110.
What is the population of Kudukelkia?
Kudukelkia has a total population of 358, including 185 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Kudukelkia?
There are 78 households in Kudukelkia.
What is the literacy rate in Kudukelkia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kudukelkia is 32.96%. Male literacy is 46.49% and female literacy is 18.50%.