Kutikia - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Kutikia is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Letingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kutikia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kutikia is 416546. The village covers a total geographical area of 758 hectares and falls under the 762102 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Kutikia 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 Kutikia
According to the 2011 Census, Kutikia village had a total population of 1,115 people, including 545 males and 570 females, living in 289 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.15%, with male literacy at 64.44% and female literacy at 34.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 577.
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 | 1,115 | 545 | 570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 81 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 577 | 282 | 295 |
| Literate Population | 460 | 299 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 246 | 409 |
Nearby Villages of Kutikia
Kutikia 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 Kutikia
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Kutikia. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Kutikia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Kutikia is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kutikia is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kutikia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kutikia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kutikia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kutikia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kutikia
Where is Kutikia located?
Kutikia village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kutikia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kutikia is Letingia.
What is the pincode of Kutikia?
The pincode of Kutikia is 762102.
What is the population of Kutikia?
Kutikia had a total population of 1,115, including 545 males and 570 females.
How many households are there in Kutikia?
Kutikia had 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kutikia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kutikia was 49.15%. Male literacy was 64.44% and female literacy was 34.11%.