Kaladi - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Kaladi is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Titrapanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaladi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaladi is 415620. The village covers a total geographical area of 346 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kaladi 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 Kaladi
According to the 2011 Census, Kaladi village had a total population of 828 people, including 408 males and 420 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.58%, with male literacy at 79.83% and female literacy at 53.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 301, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 510.
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 | 828 | 408 | 420 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 46 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 146 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 510 | 253 | 257 |
| Literate Population | 486 | 289 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 119 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Kaladi
Kaladi 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 Kaladi
Kaladi 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Kaladi is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kaladi is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaladi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaladi 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 Kaladi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaladi 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 Kaladi
Where is Kaladi located?
Kaladi village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaladi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaladi is Titrapanga.
What is the pincode of Kaladi?
The pincode of Kaladi is 762012.
What is the population of Kaladi?
Kaladi had a total population of 828, including 408 males and 420 females.
How many households are there in Kaladi?
Kaladi had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaladi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaladi was 66.58%. Male literacy was 79.83% and female literacy was 53.53%.