Kalinga

Kalinga is a village located in G Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter G.udayagiri (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Kalinga village is also a gram panchayat.

Kalinga has its own place in the vibrant Kandhamal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kalinga

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalinga is 415780. The village spans a total geographical area of 175 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762022. G. Udayagiri is nearest town to Kalinga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Kalinga

Below is a concise population overview of Kalinga as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,291 1,130 1,161
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 254 124 130
Scheduled Castes (SC) 435 216 219
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,242 613 629
Literate Population 1,631 887 744
Illiterate Population 660 243 417

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kalinga village:

  • The total population of Kalinga village is around 2,291, including approximately 1,130 males and 1,161 females, with a sex ratio of 1027 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 254 children aged 0–6 years in Kalinga village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kalinga village has 435 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,242 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kalinga village is about 71.19%, with male literacy at 78.50% and female literacy at 64.08%.
  • There are around 485 households in Kalinga village.

Connectivity of Kalinga

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalinga. As per the 2011 stats, Kalinga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kalinga

Knowing the nearby villages of Kalinga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalinga.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kalinga

Where is Kalinga located?
Kalinga village is situated in G Udayagiri Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalinga?
Kalinga serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kalinga?
The pincode of Kalinga is 762022, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kalinga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalinga is 2,291, with 1,130 males and 1,161 females.
How many households are there in Kalinga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kalinga village has a total of 485 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalinga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalinga is 71.19%. The male literacy rate is 78.50%, while the female literacy rate is 64.08%.