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
According to the 2011 Census, Kilakia village had a total population of 407 people, including 164 males and 243 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,482 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.61%, with male literacy at 84.96% and female literacy at 72.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 365.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 407, including 164 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Kilakia?
Kilakia had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kilakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kilakia was 77.61%. Male literacy was 84.96% and female literacy was 72.54%.