Kalaganda - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Kalaganda is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gudari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalaganda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalaganda is 415615. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kalaganda 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 Kalaganda
According to the 2011 Census, Kalaganda village had a total population of 11 people, including 5 males and 6 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 1,200 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.43%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 1 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Kalaganda
Kalaganda 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 Kalaganda
Public transport in the Kalaganda 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 Phulabani to Kalaganda is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Kalaganda is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalaganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalaganda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kalaganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalaganda 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kalaganda
Where is Kalaganda located?
Kalaganda village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalaganda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalaganda is Gudari.
What is the pincode of Kalaganda?
The pincode of Kalaganda is 762012.
What is the population of Kalaganda?
Kalaganda had a total population of 11, including 5 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Kalaganda?
Kalaganda had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalaganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalaganda was 71.43%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 33.33%.