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.
Here you can discover what makes Kalinga unique in its vibrant G Udayagiri-Kandhamal region. You’ll see Kalinga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Kalinga
Population of Kalinga
According to the 2011 Census, Kalinga has a total population of about 2,291, with approximately 1,130 males and 1,161 females. The sex ratio is around 1027 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 254 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 435 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,242. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.19%, with male literacy at about 78.50% and female literacy near 64.08%. There are around 485 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalinga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.