Kalimala - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Kalimala is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dasingbadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalimala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalimala is 417491. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Kalimala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalimala
As per Census 2011, Kalimala village has a total population of 188 people, consisting of 99 males and 89 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 79 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalimala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 188 | 99 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 51 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 56 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 43 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Kalimala
Kalimala 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 Kalimala
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kalimala.
| 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 Surada to Kalimala is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kalimala is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalimala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalimala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalimala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalimala 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 Kalimala
Where is Kalimala located?
Kalimala village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalimala?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalimala is Dasingbadi.
What is the pincode of Kalimala?
The pincode of Kalimala is 762104.
What is the population of Kalimala?
Kalimala has a total population of 188, including 99 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Kalimala?
There are 42 households in Kalimala.
What is the literacy rate in Kalimala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalimala is 42.02%. Male literacy is 56.57% and female literacy is 25.84%.