Kilakia - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Kilakia is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Raikala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kilakia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kilakia is 415827. The village covers a total geographical area of 207 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Kilakia 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 Kilakia
As per Census 2011, Kilakia village has a total population of 407 people, consisting of 164 males and 243 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,481 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 253 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 365 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kilakia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 407 | 164 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 31 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 6 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 365 | 148 | 217 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 113 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 51 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Kilakia
Kilakia 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 Kilakia
Kilakia 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kilakia is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kilakia is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kilakia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kilakia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kilakia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kilakia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kilakia
Where is Kilakia located?
Kilakia village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kilakia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kilakia is Raikala.
What is the pincode of Kilakia?
The pincode of Kilakia is 762100.
What is the population of Kilakia?
Kilakia has a total population of 407, including 164 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Kilakia?
There are 65 households in Kilakia.
What is the literacy rate in Kilakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kilakia is 62.16%. Male literacy is 68.90% and female literacy is 57.61%.