Kalinaju - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Kalinaju is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ratingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalinaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalinaju is 415812. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Kalinaju 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 Kalinaju
As per Census 2011, Kalinaju village has a total population of 123 people, consisting of 62 males and 61 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 78 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 107 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalinaju are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 123 | 62 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 54 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 46 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 16 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Kalinaju
Kalinaju 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 Kalinaju
Kalinaju 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 5-10 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 Kalinaju is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kalinaju is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalinaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalinaju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kalinaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalinaju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalinaju
Where is Kalinaju located?
Kalinaju village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalinaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalinaju is Ratingia.
What is the pincode of Kalinaju?
The pincode of Kalinaju is 762100.
What is the population of Kalinaju?
Kalinaju has a total population of 123, including 62 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Kalinaju?
There are 32 households in Kalinaju.
What is the literacy rate in Kalinaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalinaju is 63.41%. Male literacy is 74.19% and female literacy is 52.46%.