Kalinga - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Kalinga 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 55 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kalinga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalinga is 415780. The village covers a total geographical area of 175 hectares and falls under the 762022 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kalinga 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 Kalinga
As per Census 2011, Kalinga village has a total population of 2,291 people, consisting of 1,130 males and 1,161 females. The village has 485 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,631 literate and 660 illiterate residents. Additionally, 435 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,242 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalinga are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kalinga
Kalinga 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 Kalinga
Kalinga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Kalinga is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kalinga is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalinga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalinga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalinga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalinga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalinga
Where is Kalinga located?
Kalinga village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalinga?
Kalinga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalinga?
The pincode of Kalinga is 762022.
What is the population of Kalinga?
Kalinga has a total population of 2,291, including 1,130 males and 1,161 females.
How many households are there in Kalinga?
There are 485 households in Kalinga.
What is the literacy rate in Kalinga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalinga is 71.19%. Male literacy is 78.50% and female literacy is 64.08%.