Kalingabadi - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Kalingabadi is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 149 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Bhramarabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalingabadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalingabadi is 417484. The village covers a total geographical area of 294 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Kalingabadi 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 Kalingabadi
According to the 2011 Census, Kalingabadi village had a total population of 277 people, including 135 males and 142 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.42%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 43.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 274.
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 | 277 | 135 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 274 | 133 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 68 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 67 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Kalingabadi
Kalingabadi 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 Kalingabadi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kalingabadi.
| 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 Kalingabadi is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kalingabadi is about 149 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalingabadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalingabadi 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 Kalingabadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalingabadi 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 Kalingabadi
Where is Kalingabadi located?
Kalingabadi village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kalingabadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalingabadi is Bhramarabadi.
What is the pincode of Kalingabadi?
The pincode of Kalingabadi is 762104.
What is the population of Kalingabadi?
Kalingabadi had a total population of 277, including 135 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Kalingabadi?
Kalingabadi had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalingabadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalingabadi was 54.42%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 43.36%.