Kaigara - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Kaigara is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dalapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaigara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaigara is 415711. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Kaigara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaigara
According to the 2011 Census, Kaigara village had a total population of 60 people, including 31 males and 29 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.69%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 42.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 60.
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 | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 13 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Kaigara
Kaigara 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 Kaigara
Public transport in the Kaigara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Phulabani to Kaigara is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kaigara is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaigara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaigara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kaigara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaigara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaigara
Where is Kaigara located?
Kaigara village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaigara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaigara is Dalapada.
What is the pincode of Kaigara?
The pincode of Kaigara is 762012.
What is the population of Kaigara?
Kaigara had a total population of 60, including 31 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Kaigara?
Kaigara had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaigara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaigara was 57.69%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 42.86%.